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.
JURY Twelve men chosen to decide who has the better lawyer.
JUSTICE Fair play; often sought, but seldom discovered, in company
with Law.
A chip of the old block--A daughter of the Tenderloin.
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One man's meat is another man's finish--Canned Beef in Cuba.
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