SCHOFIELD’S HEADQUARTERS, August 22, 1864.
General SHERMAN:
Nothing of importance has occurred on this flank. A negro who came in last night reports that Ross’ brigade and battery were captured by Kilpatrick on the 20th; says he saw the captain of the battery yesterday and heard him make the statement.
J. M. SCHOFIELD,
Major-General.
SCHOFIELD’S HEADQUARTERS, August 22, 1864.
Major-General SHERMAN;
Rebel deserters repeat the report that Ross’ brigade of rebel cavalry was captured by Kilpatrick.
J. M. SCHOFIELD,
Major-General.