7 lbs. sliced green tomatoes
2 gal. water
1 c. lime
5 lbs. sugar
3 pts. white vinegar
1 pt. water
1 tsp. whole cloves
1 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. allspice
1 tsp. mace
1 stick cinnamon

Soak tomato slices overnight in 2 gallons of water to which 1 cup of lime has been added and dissolved. Drain after soaking. Wash and soak in fresh water for 4 hours, changing water every hour. Place remaining ingredients in canning kettle, putting all spices in cheese cloth bag, tie loosely. Bring to a boil, pour over drained tomatoes and let stand until next morning. Boil all for 1 hour or until clear and transparent. Pack boiling hot into sterilized jars and seal at once.