Norwegian Fruit Soup

1/2 box prunes
1 orange sliced thin
1/2 box dried apricots
1 (3 inch) stick cinnamon
1/2 box dried peaches
1/2 c. pearl tapioca
1/4 c. currants
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. raisins
1 can pie cherries
1 lemon, sliced thin
3 qt. water

Soak dried fruits and tapioca in 2 quarts water overnight. Bring to boil and simmer until tapioca is clear. Add 1 qt. water and pie cherries and heat. When serving, a little brandy in each bowl is excellent.