The article didn't have much on the battle so I went to Wikipedia and found the folowing information:
On June 5th, the Union commander at Washinton, NC, ordered a reconnaissance in force. The 24th Massachusetts advanced to a bridge over Tranter's Creek where they were met by the 44th NC under Lt. Col. Singletary.
They were unable to cross it and commenced firing artillery at the mill buildings. After Singletary was killed, his forces retreated, but the Union forces returned to Washington.
Casualties on both sides were estimated at 40. About 1500 soldiers were involved on both sides.
Not a Really Big Battle, but of Interest to Tarheels Like Me. --Old B'R'er
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