Sweet Gherkins - cooking recipe

Ingredients

about 7 qt. or 5 lb. cucumbers (1 1/2 to 3-inches in length)
1/2 c. salt
8 c. sugar
6 c. vinegar
3/4 tsp. turmeric
2 tsp. celery seed
2 tsp. whole mixed pickling spice
8 pieces cinnamon stick
1 tsp. vanilla

Preparation

First Day:
In the morning, wash cucumbers (stem end may be left on).
Drain cucumbers and place in large container.
Cover with boiling water.
In the afternoon (6 to 8 hours later, drain the cucumbers and cover with fresh boiling water.