3/4 c. shortening
1 c. sugar
1 egg, well beaten
4 tbsp. molasses
2 c. flour + 1/4 c.
1 round tsp. ginger
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves

Cream shortening and sugar. Stir in egg and molasses. Mix soda and spices with sifted flour and add to the creamed shortening mixture. Roll in a ball (tablespoon). Coat with sugar. Bake 350 degrees, 10-12 minutes. 4 dozen.