slightly foxed

[Verbix]

I don't know this literary magazine though others may. A friend has sent the following clue from the crossword:

Festus, the fat officer from Ulster, I hear?

Eight letters: -E-R-M-N

Merryman, Derryman....? No idea. Grateful for any help.

[bigbadmarty]

Derryman I THINK
try saying it with an Ulster accent

[Calibax]

Festus Derriman (The Trumpet Major - Hardy)
sounds like Derryman - person from (London)Derry

[Verbix]

Thanks to both - Calibax has given the literary link which cracks it. My mate Big Rog will be thrilled and amazed at the knowledge to which I have access!

Verbix

[bigbadmarty]

Yes Calibax
Was thinking on the lines of fat = dairy officer=man say it with NI accent :)