Place whole cucumber in a glass or stoneware jar. Cover with boiling water and

let stand overnight. Drain.

Repeat three times, three days with boiling water.

On fifth day drain and slice cucumbers in 1/2 in. pieces. Combine sugar, spices,

salt and vinegar - bring to boil and pour over cucumbers.

Let stand for 2 days. On third day, bring to a boil and pack in hot jars and seal.

Yields about 7 pints.