Signed in text. Mr Anstey presents his Compliments to General Knox begs leave to return him many thanks for the honor of his notice and friendly attentions.

Letter of introduction for John Anstey, who is investigating the actual Losses sustained by the loyalists during the late revolution. Noted as private.

Recommends John Anstey to Breck and other friends. Notes Anstey was assigned to ascertain the losses of the loyalists during the late revolution.

Discusses Mrs. Flucker's Claim upon the British Government, and informs Knox that he most likely has all of the necessary documents to support the claim, but states that he is willing to help when he returns to New York City. Docketed by Knox, John Anstey Esq Commissioner from the british government for enquiring into the propriety of the claims made by the Loyalists on that government for compensation.

Notes from a conversation between Anstey and Knox on the subject of property loss in America by Loyalists due to the Revolutionary War. Specifically addresses losses by those who stood to inherit from Brigadier General Samuel Waldo and Thomas and Hannah Flucker.

Informs Secretary of War Knox that he has sent a return of military stores for July 1787 and discusses work and repairs being done at the armory.

Informs Knox that he is sending his son to New York City to collect the rent due.