From Peter Collinson
Extract: Yale University Library
London 1757 [May 27, 1756?]

I have the pleasure to tell thee how much thou art esteemed by many worthy men here: for on the Ballot for thy Election to be a Member of the Royal Society, there was not one negative Ball; an Instance of Unanimity that Lord Macclesfield told me he never before saw. So I wish thee long to enjoy that Honor deservedly and so unanimously conferred on thee. Thy Diploma will be sent when ready.

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