Watermelon rind
4 c. sugar
3 c. water
1 c. vinegar
1 tbsp. allspice
1 tbsp. whole cloves
1 lg. stick cinnamon

Select melon which are slightly under ripe. Remove rind and all soft portion. Cut in pieces suitable for serving. Cover with a brine made by dissolving 4 tablespoons salt in 1 quart water. Let stand 3 hours; drain. Rinse in cold water. Add rind to syrup made of remaining ingredients. Boil 10 minutes. Let stand overnight. Boil slowly until rind is clear.