Simple Lye Soap, (how to make)

From a
1932
recipe book
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37 1/2 lbs. Tallow
5 lbs. Lye
9 Qt. Watter
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Melt Tallow,
then dissolve the Lye
in the Water.
Slowly pour the Lye Water
into the melted Tallow
and with a wooden paddle,
stir for at least 15 minutes,
adding the Lye Solution
during the entire length of time.
When the mass has thickened,
pour into molds or pans.
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