Confidential.
U. S. Flagship Cumberland,
Off Fortress Monroe, Va., June 23, 1861.
Sir: The following is an extract from a communication received from the Department:
It has been reported to this Department that a small steamer, supposed to be the Hurl, plying between Baltimore and Pocomoke River, is laden with articles contraband of war. This steamer must be seized and examined. Smith’s Island is represented as the rendezvous of stores, which will also call for your investigation.
In obedience to the above, you will proceed in the Monticello, and be governed by the above extract. After having performed this duty you will return to Hampton Roads.
Very respectfully,
G. J. Pendergrast,
Flag-Officer, Commanding West India Squadron.
Lieutenant Commanding Braine,
Commanding Monticello.
Sources
Official Records of the Union and Confederate Navies in the War of the Rebellion. Series I, Vol. 5. Washington: Government Printing Office, 1897.
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