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before removing from the fire, add the ginger and nuts. Seal in glass jars, or put into tumblers. If tumblers are used, cover over the tops with a coating of paraffine.

Rhubarb Jam

6 Stalks of Rhubarb 1 Lemon
3 Oranges 4 Cupfuls of Sugar

Cook the rhubarb and rind and juice of the lemon and oranges together for twenty-five minutes. Put into tumblers and cover with paraffine.

Spiced Fruit

6 Pounds of Fruit 1 Pint of Vinegar
4 Pounds of Sugar

For all kinds of spiced fruit use the above measurements, adding one tablespoonful each of cinnamon, allspice, and cloves, and cook until tender. Seal in glass jars.