July 1, Avignon

Confirmation of his election. The see being void by the death of Matthew, canons Thomas de Preston, Patrick de Strath, and Matthew Caraldi were deputed 7 CLEMENT V. 97 to make the election, which fell on William; but John archbishop of Dublin, then canon of Dunkeld, opposed the election ; and the matter being brought before the pope, and John meanwhile promoted to Dublin, the election was confirmed, and Berengarius bishop of Tusculum, is appointed to consecrate William. Concurrent letters to the chapter of Dunkeld and to the clergy of the diocese. [Lheiner, 184.] To queen Isabella. Indult that eight of her clerks shall enjoy the fruits of their benefices, being non-resident for three ears, Concurrent mandate to the bishops of London and Chichester and the abbot of Westminster.