1/2 c. shortening
1 1/2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1 c. sour milk
2 c. flour
2 sqs. chocolate
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tbsp. vinegar
1 tsp. baking soda

Cream shortening. Add salt and vanilla. Add sugar gradually. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Sift flour, measure 2 cupfuls. Sift again. Add alternately to cream mixture with sour milk. Add melted chocolate and the 1 teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in vinegar. Turn into greased layer pans. Bake at 375 degrees for about 25 minutes.