A fine young man and a fine young felly he always was, except that in the old days, before you began coming in here, Mr. Witherwax, he maybe had too much money and spent too much of it on girls. Take them alone, either one; the money without the women, or a good girl without the money that can be a help to a young felly, and he's fixed for life. But put them together; and often as not, the young felly goes on the booze. ("The Better Mousetrap") . Fletcher Pratt
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Arthur Witherwax is talking about the fine young man who is a fine young felly. He is referring to his son, the young felly in question, who he believes is a good young felly. The word fine can refer to “good” or “excellent.” In this case, it can refer to the fine young felly being good. He may have too much money, but it’s not for spending on women or alcohol. The money is for investing or saving that will help the future of his son when he grows up.

Source: Tales From Gavagans Bar

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