Rind of watermelon
Slightly less 1/4 c. salt
2 qts. cold water
Juice of 2 lemons
Ginger (very little)
Cinnamon
8 c. water
4 c. sugar
8 c. water

Cut green outer skin off melon. Cut in 1 inch pieces. Place in large kettle with salt and 2 quarts water. Let stand overnight.

Drain and wash pieces. Cover with 8 cups water and let stand 2 hours to soak out salt; drain. Sprinkle with ginger and cinnamon and cook until tender; drain.

Mix sugar, lemon juice and 8 cups water. Cook until watermelon turns clear. Pack and seal in sterilized jars.