1 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. white sugar
2 eggs, beaten
2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 c. coconut
1 c. gum drops cut 1/4 omit black ones
2 c. oatmeal
1 tsp. vanilla

Mix well with hands, form into balls and press each ball with a fork dipped into milk. Bake in a 375 degree oven for 10 to 12 minutes.