Raynbird follows up on his previous offer of a letter by Voltaire concerning his election as a Fellow of the Society.

Raynbird forwards a letter from Voltaire discussing his having been elected as a Fellow of the Society. The enclosure is not present.

Voltaire opens by begging Dr. Maty to accept his respects. He then proposes abbé Coyer as a member of the Royal Society. He writes that Coyer is known for several highly esteemed works that will repair the harm that his own inadequacy causes such an illustrious society, but adds that Coyer will not be more devoted to it than he is.

Voltaire’s candidature was supported by six individuals between 1 April and 10 October 1743. His supporters were:

• George Parker, 2nd Earl of Macclesfield
• James Jurin
• Martin Folkes
• Shallett Turner
• William Jones
• James Bradley

His election was confirmed by Charles Lennox, 2nd Duke of Richmond and Aubigny on 3 November that year.

The collection includes:

• p.9: A satirical poem about Voltaire, 20 June 1778
• p.30-32: Articles on Voltaire (anti) and Dr. Johnson (pro), 1784