1/2 c. sugar
1 c. molasses
1/2 c. Crisco

Mix the above ingredients well. To one cup boiling water, add 2 teaspoons soda. Add to the above.

2 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. ginger
2 well beaten eggs

Add to all. Pour into a 2 quart loaf pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 25 to 30 minutes.