7 lbs. med. size cucumbers, 1/4" thick

Slice and weigh. Cover with the following solution:

2 c. hydrated lime
2 gallons water

Soak cucumbers in lime solution for 24 hours. Rinse thoroughly and cover with fresh cold water. Soak for 3 hours longer. Drain well on a large cloth. Then mix the following mixture:

1 tbsp. salt
1 tsp. whole cloves
4 1/2 lbs. white sugar
2 qts. vinegar (White House)
1 tsp. celery seed
1 tsp. mixed pickling spices

Soak cucumbers in vinegar solution overnight, be sure the solution covers the cucumbers, then place container on heat and boil cucumbers gently for 40 minutes. Pack in clean sterilized pint jars and seal. Be sure and use new lids.