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The Daily Dispatch: June 24, 1861., [Electronic resource], article 14 (search)
arleston harbor. They were immediately transferred to Fortress Monroe. The report that the Harriet Lane had been damaged appears to be correct. One of her wheel- houses has been demolished, and four holes were seen in her side. A vessel that came into the Roads with her also had several holes in her side. It was believed by all at Old Point yesterday that a desperate movement would be made towards Great Bethel at night, and, if successful, the Federal troops would push on with all possible speed towards Yorktown, where a large body of the enemy is encamped. Provisions and water are in abundance at the Fortress, while the soldiers are in excellent spirits, and "spilling for a fight." The Associated Press account of the procuring of Major Winthrop's body contains nothing of interest, except a statement that Colonel Magruder sent his compliments to General Butler. Col. McChesney, of one of the New York regiments, has resigned and gone home, on account of Illness.