Instructions: Mix 1/2 gallon of water and coarse salt. Bring to a boil. Pour over 1 gallon sliced cucumbers. Put plate on top of cucumbers to keep under solution. Place cloth over container; let stand 4 days. On 5 th day, drain cucumbers, rinse well and drain again. Boil 1/2 gallon water with alum added. Pour over cucumbers and let stand 1 day. On 6 th day, drain well. Boil 1/2 gallon water with ginger added; pour over cucumbers. On 7 th day, drain well. Boil 1 quart vinegar, sugar, celery seed, cloves and cinnamon. Add cucumbers and bring to a boil again. Place in sterilized jars and seal.

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