2 gal. peeled & seeded cucumbers
2 c. lime
8 1/2 qt. water

Dissolve lime in water and place cucumbers in water for 24 hours. Drain and rinse thoroughly. Cover with cold water for 3 hours. Drain. Add 1 cup vinegar, 1 bottle food coloring, 1 tablespoon alum and finish covering with water. Heat and simmer for 2 hours. Drain.

SYRUP:

10 c. sugar
1 lg. pkg. red hots
2 c. water
2 c. vinegar
8 sticks cinnamon

Mix and boil until red hots melt. Pour over cucumbers and cover with tight lid overnight. For 3 mornings, drain off syrup, reheat and pour over cucumbers. Then reheat all to boil and pack.