Mrs. Chandler’s Rhubarb Jam

3 lbs. (3½ qts.) of rhubarb in inch lengths 1½ lb. (3 cups) sugar ½ lb. of figs or raisins, chopped juice of 1 lemon 1 cup water

Let rhubarb and sugar stand together over night, add other ingredients and cook slowly for about 3 hours.