7 lb. medium sized cucumbers, 1/4 inch thick
2 qt. vinegar
4 1/2 lb. white sugar
1 tbsp. salt
1 tsp. celery seed
1 tsp. whole cloves
1 tsp. mixed pickling spices

Slice cucumbers. Then cover the slices with a solution of 2 cups lime in 2 gallons water. Soak 24 hours. Get slacked lime from your lumber dealer.

Next, rinse pickles well and cover with fresh water. Soak 3 hours longer. Drain and cover with remaining ingredients.

Soak pickles in this syrup overnight. Then boil 40 minutes. Pack in sterilized jars and seal.

You can use this recipe for sliced Green Tomato Pickles and for Watermelon Pickles. Yield 6 quarts.