Melon Jam: [use pie melon]
12 lbs. of melon  . 9lb. sugar...1/2 dozen oranges 
.   1/2 lb. preserved ginger[cut finely]
Cut melon into cubes,grate orange peel into
fruit add also the juice ,and 4 cups water and boil.
Stir carefully for 1/2 hr. till tender,then add sugar
and ginger.Boil till golden brown.
NOTE:do not let the cut fruit stand.