Depression Soap:
2 gallons whole sweet milk
6 quarts water
1 can lye
Pour milk into crock jar or enamel pan.
Mix lye in water, stirring with wooden spoon until dissolved.
Then without stirring, pour lye water into milk, pouring round and round, then pour the mixture from one container to another until well mixed.
Pour into cardboard box and cover with cloth. Let stand until firm 12 to 24 hours. When firm, cut into bars. Let set 2 to 3 weeks before using.