4 qts. cucumbers, cut 1/4 inch thick
6 med. onions

1/3 c. salt
1 to 2 trays of ice cubes

Let stand 3 hours, stirring occasionally. Drain well. Bring to boil:

5 c. sugar
1 1/2 tsp. turmeric
1 1/2 tsp. celery seed
2 tbsp. mustard seed
3 c. cider vinegar
Alum the size of a pea

Add cucumbers and onions. Bring to a boil. Turn off heat and put in sterile jars and seal.