16 lbs. cucumbers, any size, cut lengthwise

Soak 3 days in salt water that will hold up a small egg, then soak 3 days in clean water.

Take 2 tablespoons of powdered alum and enough water to cover pickles. Let come to a boiling point. Pull back off stove; let stand 3 hours. Drain and place in big jar to remain all winter.