JERSEY Well knit. NEW JERSEY Well bit. (See Mosquito).

JEW'S HARP From Jew, a Hebrew, and Harp, a musical instrument, the
Jew's musical instrument--being a "Sell low!" (Old spelling,
Cello).

JIMMY An implement employed by men of acquisitive natures who
cannot afford seats in the Stock Exchange.

JOB An uncertain commodity regulated by a Union Card.

JOCKEY From jog, to move slowly, and key, something that makes
fast. Hence, one who makes the pace fast or slow, according to
instructions.

JOINT Either a low limb from the butcher, or a low quarter in
town; in either case the lower the tougher.

JOKE A form of humor enjoyed by some and misunderstood by most; in
England, requiring a diagram, raised letters and a club.

JOLLY v. t., To "con" or "josh."

JOLLY BOAT The Ship of State.

JUDGE One who sits on a bench in a court, frames sentences and
finishes crooks for a living, and swears continually.

JULEP An insidious friend from the South, who hands you a mint and
gives you a sweet spirit, followed shortly by a Bun.