Note 187 — Chapter I · THE ENGLAND OF HENRY I. 1100–1135. (continued 2)
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Eadmer, Hist. Nov. (Rule), pp. 221–223; Will. Malm., Gesta Pontif., l. i. c. 67 (Hamilton, p. 126). The king wanted to appoint Faricius, abbot of Abingdon; his choice was opposed by the seculars, who wanted one of their own party. This the monks of Christ Church resisted, but, as Faricius was obnoxious because he was an Italian, they finally all agreed upon Ralf, and the king confirmed their choice.