7 lb. sliced cucumbers
2 gal. water

Add 2 cups plain lime, dissolved well. Then add cucumbers and let stand 24 hours. Then wash in clear water 3 times and then let them stand in clear water for 3 hours, then drain.

Mix together: 4 1/2 lb. white sugar 1 tsp. celery seed 1 tsp. pickling spices 1 tsp. whole cloves 1 tsp. salt

Add cucumbers and let stand overnight. Next morning simmer for 35 minutes. (Do not boil.) Then can.