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Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
The Court--Relief of Soldiers.

We hope there will be full attend
ance Of magistrates at the court on next
Monday to consider the propriety of
making an additional appropriation for
the support Of the families Of the sol |
|diers. We feelconfdent thataour courtl
will be liberal, and will make such an
appropriation as will fully meet all the
necessities Of the families of the soldiers
in this county. In addition to making
provision for the support of soldiers
families, we hope the court will take
some action in reference to supplying
the soldiers themselves with such cloth
ling as their necessities, during the ensu-
| ing winter, will require. We do not
think an appropriation by the court for
this purpose is necessary. We think if
the court would appoint good commit
tee for each magisterial district, who
would be empowered and requested to.
cppoint subcommittee for each and ev-
airy neighborhood, for the purpose ofsoh
citing voluntary contributions for the re-
lief of our soldiers now suffering for the
| Wanto clothing, that an amount Of neces-
sary articles would be promptly contribu
/ ted which would astonish majority Of
people. There is scarcely family that
i would not contribute something, and
there are many families that would
4 cheerfully give great deal
i Let all the contributions n each
Imagisterial district be placed in the care
Of the committee appointed by the court
for that district, whose duty it shall be
to see that they be delivered to the
Quarter1naster or some one appointed to
deliver them to the soldiers. Each
member Of the subcommittee should
keep record of the names of the con-
|tributors, and list Of the articles fur
lnished by them, and report the same to
1 the magisterial district committees. In
this way, all will have an opportunity to
!, make a free-will offering upon their
country's sacred altar, and have their
names inscribed upon the roll Of honor.
/ None should be sighted or overlooked ).
q all should have an opportunity to show
I that they are willing to contribute to the
J extent Of their ability. No contribution,
s|however small, should be rejected
! these small contributions, where no more
| can be afforded, like the poor widows
8 mite. will be abundantlyl blessed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
The Profit of Railroads.

The report of the President of the
Orange G. Alexandria Railroad shows
that the receipts of the road for the past
twelve months were $747, 900, the ex-
penses 1920, 900, showing an excess of
receipts over expenditures of 1927, 900.
The report of the President Of the Va.
Central Railroad shows that the receipts
Of the road for the past twelve months
were s., 016,157.77, the expenses $751;
809.96, showing an excess of receipts O.
yer expenditures of $644, 347.81.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
GSn REWARD.

On Friday, the 31st of October, at Winchester an
Irshman calling himself Charley Mccormick, under
the pretence of taking my horse and little carriage
(Rockaway1 to the shop 10 have the Rockaway re-
paired instead of taking to the shop kept the borse
and vehicle, and has disappeared He has black hair
and has in his face extending from near his
eye to the of his mouth, on the right side
of his face. The horse dark bay heavy, with
short TAIL blind in the left eye and about Is years
old. The Rockaway is almost and has two
glasses behind. A reward of $50 will be given for
the recovery of the horse and Rockaway and $50 for
the apprehension of the thief if delivered either to
Mrs. McCarty in Staunton, or to the subscriber in
Winchester. JEREMIAH SHAY.
Nov. ll-3tx
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Yankee Prisoners.

On Thursday last 1876 Yankee prison
ers passed through here on their way
to Richmond, and on Sunday 10 more
arrived for the same destination, among
the latter were one woman and three
negroes. We understand that go more
are on their way. These were all cap
tured by Whites cavalry near Smokers
Gap. Several Suffers wagons were
captured containing a valuable lot of
shoes and clothing.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Homemade Matches.

We have seen some of the matches
manufactured by Mr.. Joseph Messer-
smith, of Mt. Scion, Augusta county,
Those which we have tried are as good
as any. Of European or Yankee manufac
ture, and we, suppose all are as good
We hope MIR, rMessersmith will be hand
somely renulnerated for any time and
labor he may bestow upon this usefrl
enterprise.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
The Daughters of Rockbrikge.

All honor to the lovely and patriotic
daughters of Rockbridge for the noble
services they are rendering the sick and
wounded soldiers in the Hospitals Of this
place by the valuable weekly supplies
which they send to them. We wonder
that1some public appropriate acknowl-
edgment has not been made by the Of
ficials of the Hospital.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

"A friend of Stonewall Jackson told
u.s. saws the Richmond Christian AID.
vocate, few days ago, that the General
remarked he "hoped our people would
not forget that God giveth the victory
His friend replied that he believed the
Churches were deeply prayerful all over
the land. The Generals face brighten
ed up with pleasure as he remarked,
"Then we shall continue to prosper"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Nov. IS-6t
DUBLIC SALE,

As Agent for my mother, Mrs. Mary NJ Houseman,
shall proceed. at her residence in this county five
miles West OF Staunton, on SATURDAY the 2sth
following property. to wit l China Press. | Beau
reau, Wooden Clock, cherry Table and cover, /
Dining Table and cover small table (cherry1 and
cover; one small Table Toilet GLASS; 2 Win dow Cur.
talus and Blinds, two do, SplitBiottom Chairs.
Windsor Chairs, do, large Armchair 4 Bed
steads and Bedding large Chest, large lot of rag
Carpeting, lot of Parlor Carpetng Shovel and
longs, Fire-irons, lot of Kitchen Furniture and
other things necessary to mention Also. at the
same time and place, or head of Cattle. several
Mich Cows, ranging from to 10 years old, some
or head of Horses,
Terms made known on day Of SALE
JOHN G. HOUSEMAN, Agent
NOV. 18-2t* for Mrs. Mary ID. Houseman
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
MARRIED.

On Wednesday evening" the 18th instant, at tht
Episcopal Church in Staunton, by Rev. j. A. Lstan
Mr.. WILLIAM A. BURNETT and Miss KATE
WOODWARD, daughter of Samuel M. Woodward, -
all of Staunton, Va.
On the 23d of October, by Rev. John J. Harshber-
ger, Mr. PETER W. KOONTZ and Miss ELIZABETH
a. CROMER-all of Rockingham county. n
On the 23th of October, at the residence of Dr. Chas
w. Ashby, by Rev. A. d. Pollock, Rev. VIM. j..
WARDEN, Of Hardy county, to Miss MARY WADE
ASHBY, of Culpeper
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

The annual meeting of the stockholders of the Va
Central Railroad company will be held in the city of
Richmond on THURSDAY, the 9th of November,
1852.
The attention of the Stockholders is called to the
following extract from the Bylaws of the company
rAll proxies to represent Stockholders at general
meeting shall be in writing and signed by the per-
son thus transferring the power Partnerships may
sign in the of the partnership and the signature
of either member of the firm shall be valid No proxy
shall be valid given than sixty days prior TO the
meeting of the company.
.sNo proxy for individual stockholders shall pass
free going to returning from the meetings of the
company, unless he is himself stakeholder"
The books of Transfer will be closed from the 18th
Nov. i'll after the adjournment of the meeting.
Nov. 18-tdm. ] GARRETT, Treasurer.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Shoes for our Soldiers.

In one corps of our army there are
taoeaaty-sap hundred men qoathout shoes.
This is terrible fact, and an agent sent
to Richmond to procure shoes for them
is unable to get them. Shoes that would
be deemed useless would be better than
nothing. Anything is better than
marching through snow 6aae.tooted.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

A DMINISTRATOR,s SALE OFNE
"A GROES.-As Administrator de 6onis NON with the
Will annexed of Francis Smith, decd Will proceed
at the town OF Greenville In Augusta county, to sell
10 likely negroes-men, women aud chlldren-wbicb
were left ny the Will of said Francis Smith tn n
Tarbet and wife, for life, and directed by his win to
be sold at their death. "
Terms OF Sale Three monhs credit for bonds with
approved security. Sale to commence at IL O'Clock
WM. T. SMITH
Administrator de 50nis non with the Will annexed
Nov. 1s-tds* OF Francis Smith, deceased.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

1e The citizens of Richmond have sub
scribed $25, 900 to purchase clothing for
the soldiers needing it in our army
The amount, it is said, will be largely
increased. -
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Z AND FOR sALE.-1n virtue Of a deeretal or

AND FOR SALE.-1n virtue of decretal or
IL der rendered by the Circuit Court of Augusta
county, in the therein depending between Ella
representatives., ct ais, shall proceed the premises
on SATURDAY, the goth day of December next. to
SELL at public SALE to the highest bidder the of
LAND held in their lifetime Jointly by James Allen
and Elizabeth Long, in Augusta county. containing
about 200 acres. 1t has it comfortable Brick
Mansion-House, good water and orchard is about 81
miles from Greenville, and is desirable home [
wi show it to persons desiring to see the property
TERMS:-Costs of sale in hand; remainder in
equal insalments at 6, Is and 80 months, the pur-.
chaser give bond and sufficient personal security.
and the title to be retained as further security.
Nov. l8-tds JOHN NEWTON, Comr.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

A clergyman has administered the
following warning to crinoline wearers !:
sLet women beware while putting on
their profuse and expansive attire, how
narrow are the gates OF paradise.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

az The Athens (Ga.) Southern Ban
ner advises farmers to fatten their hogs,
Notwithstanding the scarcity of salt Oh
course, fatten the hogs; the salt may be
procured in time, and if it should not
be, the fresh meat can be used, as needed.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

The Yankees propose to put the cap
tured or stolen negroes of the Confeder-
acy to work in the coal mines, as labor
is scarce. The poor negroes who fall
into the hands of the Yankees viii be
certain to see hard times.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

LIBERAL APPROPRIATIONS County
Court of Botetourt, at its meeting on
Monday week, appropriated the liberal
sum of $4,000 for the benefit of the
families of soldiers from that county.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

We wish a correct list of the specula-
tors and extortioners in the Confederate
States could be kept, in order that we
might know, after the war is over, who
were our enemis.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

~ Gen. Van Dorm takes upon him
self all the responsibility for the ''fail-
ure" in his late battle at Corinth. He
saws it arose from no fault either Of his
officers or of his troops, but was his own
misfortune.
This is true nagnanimity, and as rare
as it is genuine and manly.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Scripture Applicable to the Times.

s-s.T,
Let those who are taking advantage
of the present pressing necessities OF the
people to exact exhorbitant prices for
what they have to sell, take heed lest
the curse pronounced against those who
make the ssephah (measure) small and
the shekel price great" bevisited upon
them, and their country, in consequence
of their sin, be made to "tremble, and
every one mourn that dwelleth therein"
"Oh We that swallow up the needy, even
to make the poor of the land to fail, "
ssread, ponder and inwardly digest" the
following passages Of Scripture:
ssHear this, o ye that swallow up the
needy, even to make the poor of the
land to fail, saying, when will the new
moon be gone, that we may sell corn ?
and the Sabbath, that we may set forth
wheat, making the ephah small and the
s1sekez great, and falsifying the balances
by deceit? That we may buy the poor
for silver, and the needy for a aasq'
Of sAoss; yea, and sell the refuse Of the
wheat?" 3
sssThe Lord hath sworn by the Excel
lency of Jacob, Fl. e. by himself,] Sure
ly / will never forget any oftheir works.
Shall not the land ts'embze for this, and
every one mourn that dwelleth thereins
and it shall rise up wholly as flood !;
and it shall be cast out and drowned, as
by the food Of Egypt"
There be some who are now withhold
ing corn, and refusing to sell to those in
need. These would do well to remem-
Der that Solomon says that 4
"He that withholdeth corn, the peo-
pie shall curse him; but blessing shall
be on the head of him that selleth it."
Corn, in the sense used by the wise
man, means all kinds of anecessaries Of
life. He therefore said, that he that
Withholdeth Cor refuseih to sell at fair
price, any Of the necessaries of life, the
people shall curse him; but blessing
shall be upon the head of him that sell
eth them upon fair and honest terms.
Mr.. Neil Mcleod, of Petersburg, Va,
sets an example which is worthy OF be-
ing followed, He announces to the
families of soldiers that he will furnish
all the corn he can spare at fifty cents
per bushel, and says to all who need it,
"Come with or without money"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

REMEDY FOR DIpTHERIA, The follow
ing is recommended as an sefectual re-
medy for Diptheria After bathing the
feet, wrap up warm in bed, take a tea
spoonful of the tincture Of Lobelia, and
apply tar poultice to the throat as
warm as it can be borne.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

s There appears to be general relig-
ions revival in the various Divisions OF
the Confederate army. In .Jackson's,
Early's, Pickett's and A. P. Hills di-
visions there is a widespread religious
telling
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
DUBLiC SALE.

Having more stock than wish to winter, will SELL
at auction at the farm of Jos. T. MITCHELL on Satur-
day, the I'D instant near Hebron Church, about 20
head Of Cattle, some mich Cows and Calves, about
20 Hogs and Shoats, Colt, Horses also, Wheat
Fan Sale to commence alto O'Clock. Terms made
known at sale. T. j. MITCHELL.
Nov l8-lt*
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
The Troops of North Carolina.

Governor Vance, Of North Carolina,
has ordered the Captain Of every militia
district in the State to call upon each
family in their several districts, to pur
chase or collect what they may be will
ling to give to the North Carolina sol
diers blankets, jeans, lnseys, leather,
shoes, socks, carpets and clothes ready
made, to be delivered by the Colonel Of
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
The ConscTipt Law.

Judge Harris, of the Supreme Court
of Georgia, has delivered a learned
opinion in which he decided the Con-
script act Constitutional.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

s aCoMMENDABLE.-The ladies of the
Methodist Church in Chattanooga, have
taken the carpets from their house Of
worship, and given it to the soldiers for
blankets The "Rebel" asks, scan a
people be conquered when the ladies
are so patriotic"
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Gen. Mcclellan Removed.

Gen. Mcclellan has been removed
from the command of the army 'of the
Potomac. and Gen. A. B. Burnside
takes his place.
Gen. Burnside, on assuming COM
mand. issued an order in which he says,
II accept control with the steadfast as
surance that the Just cause must pre-
vail. Gen. Mcclellan is relieved from
all duty, and is on his way to Trenton,
N j. sasxee sl& gaa slanz = ssss
4 The causes which led TO McClellan's
removal are yet matters OF speculation
but aletter written by Gen. Halleck to
Secretary Stanton shows that Gen. H.,
on the LIST Of October, aOgised a forward
movement, and on the 9th pereaaptoraly
ordered 1T. Neither of these movements
having been carried out, it is inferred
that this led to his removal.
A want of supplies, according to-
Gen. HIS letter, is shown not to hav
been the cause of the army's inaction !;
yet despatch from Gen. Mcclellan,
dated October the 22d, ultimo, whilst
disclaiming any reflection on the Quar-
Itermaster Generals Department., yet
reiterates that certain portions OF his
command were without clothing, and
could not move until they were sup
lplied.
/ Gen. Burnside's headquarters are at
i Warrenton, which has been in the pos
session of the Federals since Thursday,
the 9Th. ,-e-i ..e
4 All officers belonging to the. army
of the Potomac are ordered to their
several commands Immediately.
i The first intimation Gen. Mcclellan
i had of his removal was the notification
/ to that effect brought him by Gen.
| Buckingham. Sc ~ es ~ s
i Gen. Mcclellan took formal leave OF
| the different army corps Monday week.
i On Sunday night the officers assembled
at his headquarters. to bid him adieu.--
J The only toast offered by Mcclellan
J was this laconic one: ssThe army of the
J Potomac" -v e.ea o. s,ssza S. * -
4 At a Democratic s.jubilee" meeting
lin New York on Monday night, John
Van Buren, said that Lincoln had made
) Mcclellan the next President of the
whole Union, though it would be under
| an amended Constitution. s.
4 ira Harris, Republican Senator Of
| New York, also denounced it in an open
speech. s8 ssass s..sz Il Il
! Gen. Mcclellan, in quitting Warren
4 ton, said to the troops, ''Stand by Burn
Iside as you have stood by me, and al
will be well.o
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
Major James Savage, Of Boston, W;

Major James Savage, Of Boston, was
one Of. the officers in command of the
Federal army when it pillaged and de-
.vastated the farm of the Rev. Philip
Slaughter, of Culpeper. Afterwards,
Savage was wounded, was captured, and
died at Charlottesville. The minister
officiating at his burial was the Rev.
Philip Slaughter.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

The value of the buildings destroyed
in Baton Rouge by the Federals pre-
vious to their evacuation Of the city, is
estimated at $S9,50O,
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

The Abolitionists have lately been at
work on the coasts of Florida, destroy
ing salt works and stealing negroes.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
q ALE OF GAS STOCK.

On SATURDAY next, the 22d instant, from IL to
I8 shares of Stock in the Stanton Gas Company Will
ba sold at auction for the benefit of the Company In
front of the Spectator Office, at o'clock, P. NJ The
money will be required immediately, and the STOCK
issued to purchasers will bear date January 1868.
JOS. A. WADDELL,
Nov. 18-1t Pres. .. ". Y.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

A chaplain Of a Louisiana Regiment,
who has been at Sharpsbnrg attending
to the wounded, from official sources,
computes the loss of the enemy in Mary
land at $4,000 men.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

There are reported to be 10000 of the
enemy in the Kanawha Valley. It is
supposed that they will march upon
Dublin Depot, if not prevented.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
RICHMOND, Va,
November 18th, 1862.
Z XCHANGE NOTICING. 3.

All Confederate officers and men who have been
captured and paroed in Virginia Maryland at any
time from the beginning of hostilities the LIST Of
November, 1862, have been duly exchanged and are
hereby so declared.
q All Confederate officers and men who have been
delivered at Aken's Landing On James river at any
been duly exchanged, and are hereby so declared
B. All Confederate officers aud men who have been
delivered at vicksbnrg, Mississippi, previous to the
Isl OF November, 1852 and including SAID date have
been duly exchanged, and are hereby so declared
ROBERT GUILD,
NOV io-6t Agent CT Exchange.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
TAUNTON sPEcTAToR AND GENERAL ADVERTIsER.

preciated the difference between Judgement
there and sojourn at Camp Chase, and that the
perils and fatigues were not too dearly earned
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

The gallant General John 81. Morgan
was born in Huntsville, Alabama, in the
year 1897, and is consequently about IS
year Of age.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
COMMISSIONERS, SALE FNEGROE 5,

Under order of the Circuit Court of Augusta county
rendered at the November term 1852 in the case of
Randolph's widow and heirs, vs. Randolph's Admin
lstfators, &C., the undersigned Commissioners will
proceed, at the town of Greenve on the 9th ay OF
december, 1862, to sell seven likely SLAVES consist
ing OF men, woman, boy aud girl
lei ms OF Sale Three months credit for bonds
with approved security. >
sale to commence at Ii o'clock A. NJ
VIM. F SMITH,
NOV. l0-tds* JOHN j. LAREW, Oom rs.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
DIED.

At the residence of Mr.. Samuel Litten, near Spring
Hill, Augusta county, WILLIAM SAMUEL CURRY,
son of VIM. Curry, deceased, aged l year, and
months
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18

& We regret to learn that Brigadier-
General Echols has been compelled, by
impaired health, to ask for temporary
relief from his command of the Army
of Western Virginia. Brigadier-Gen-
eral Williams succeeds to the command
during his absence.
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
NEW ADVERTISEMENTS.
SALE.


There will be offered On WEDNESDAY, the nth
day OF December next, if sold privately previous
to that time,
a first-rate LANYARD,
In the town of Bridgewater Rockingham county, with
about 1000 sides of leather in the vats some 275
800 Dry Hides 150 Cords of Bark in the bark-house
and IN the yard and good DWELLING HOUSE,
ana ad]oiulng the aforesaid yard; also, 81 OF
LAND, about 20 acres Of hich is improved and the
balance well set in valuable timber adjoining the
town OF Brldgewater, together with two Bay Mares,
two Cows, Household and Kitchen Furniture &c.
Terms accommod ating and made known on day OF
sale.
- This property must SELL as I have to go in the
army. PHILIP PHaRES Jr
Nov. 1e-ts. 50
~ Staunton Spectator insert till day of sale and
send bill to this odice.-R0cb. Register.
Tor SALE-THE MILLER IRON
n WOkkS.-We offer For sale, privately. the FUR
MACE. with the extensive TIMBER LANDS thereto
attached. The Forge is in complete working order
The Merchant MILL, which, with the Forge, has the
best Water Power in the Valley.
Nine Farms, varying in size from 100 to 500 acres,
OF good arabic land, and several of them well i'm
proved.
This property is well known in tine Valley OF
Vlrglnla that any detailed description of it is unnec
essary and other means will be adopted to bring it
to the attention OF the Iron men of other States
The Iron Works are now in full operation. and a
purchaser OF the Furnace Fof ge will be furnished
at valuation with the stock NECESSARY to carry it
The terms OF sala will be such, that upon paving
moderate share of the purchase money and securing
the REMAINDER the purchaser shall have liberal time
for the after payments.
Mr.. John +. Lewis, who resides upon the premises
VIII show the property to persons wishing to purchase
For further information, address
BENJAMIN CRAWFORD, or
JOSEPH SMITH,
Nov. lS-6t Staunton Va
Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1862-11-18
HORSES, &c.

will sell, at public auction for cash, in the town
of Lexington, Va, on Thursday, the 9th of Novem
Der, commencing at 10 o'clock, 225 Horses ana 10
Wagons. THUS IuIw iLsa' =,
NV Is Ids Captain Il 4. Z nj