Maraschino Cherries

4-1/2 lb royal ann or bing cherries. Soak over night in solution of 1 T salt, 1 t alum to one qt water. In morning drain & wash. Pit. Make syrup of 4-1/2 lb sugar, 3 c. water, 1 oz red coloring, add cherries & bring slowly to boil. Remove & cover over night. Bring to boil next morning & cover again. Third morning add juice 1 lemon & 1 oz almond extract. Bring to boil & seal.