In the afternoon of January 7, 1864, both the Aries and Montgomery left for their blockade stations and the rebel steamer was boarded by the Mangham's executive officer, who reported that some of the ship's cargo was still aboard.
Collins did not deem it advisable to stay around any longer as night was approaching and did not make any effort to get any of the cargo. The Union ship then set sail to get farther outside and just after they sailed a short distance, the rebel steamer exploded with a great crash. He believed that the fires set by Union forces the day before had reached her powder.
During the day, groups of rebel cavalry were seen at various points along the beach but no resistance made by them.
So, Was This the Blockade Runner Dan? --Old B-Runner
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