1/2 c. shortening
2 1/4 c. sifted plain flour
1 1/2 c. sugar
3 tbsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1 c. milk
2 eggs
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Stir shortening just to soften. Sift in dry ingredients. Add 2/3 cup milk. Mix well, until all flour is dampened. Then beat vigorously 2 minutes. Add remaining milk, eggs and vanilla, beat vigorously 2 minutes longer. Bake in paper lined pan at 350 degrees for 30 minutes.