2 tbsp. shortening or butter
1 c. sugar
2 beaten eggs
1 c. molasses
1 c. milk
4 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. nutmeg
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/4 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 c. floured raisins

Cream shortening and sugar. Add raisins. Mix well. Add remaining ingredients, that have been sifted together. Beat and stir only enough to blend all ingredients. Drop by spoonfuls on a greased cookie sheet. Bake 10 to 12 minutes at 350 to 375 degree oven.