Boston Globe Crossword
Emily Cox and Henry Rathvon (adapted)

What is special about the following names?

PAT
RAY
BILL
RUSSEL

HINT:
Think of a three-word expression - with OF in the middle.

Answer:

PAT OF BUTTER
RAY OF HOPE
BILL OF GOODS (RIGHTS/SALE)
RUSSEL OF PETTICOATS (RUSTLE)