Fabayne was well-connected, his father was a Church dignitary, a dean, I fancy and was evidently well off; for he allowed the scapegrace son 200 per annum, paid quarterly.
"Reminiscences of a South African Pioneer"
W. C. Scully
But Lady Bell would willingly, joyfully have exchanged them all for that one man, for that scapegrace with the bold, handsome face and frank, fearless eyes.
"Only One Love, or Who Was the Heir"
Charles Garvice
I speak as your father's oldest and dearest friend, and as one who feels as if he had a share in you-you reckless wild young scapegrace."
"The Master of the Ceremonies"
George Manville Fenn