4 long cucumbers
2/3 c. white vinegar
1/3 c. salad oil
1/2 tsp. sugar
1 tsp. water
2 tbsp. finely chopped onion
1 tsp. parsley
2 tsp. chopped chives
1/2 tsp. salt
Pepper to taste

Peel and slice cucumbers thinly. Place in layer in large bowl. Salt each layer well. Cover tightly and refrigerate at least 4 hours. In a jar mix remaining ingredients, except onions for dressing. Rinse cucumbers and press out by hand, when limp place in bowl, add onions and dressing. Refrigerate 1 hour or more until serving. Can be prepared 1 day ahead.