...ken, had forced the remainder of the line to retire. The troops, however, were formed beyond the town, and the retreat continued in order. I went up to Mrs. W.'s, and soon after Major Johnson, of Breckenridge 's staff, came up also. As I rode away, the shells were bursting all around the house, and, indeed, all over the unfortunate town. I called at Mrs. G's, then at Mrs. D's. I bade good-bye to the ...