3/4 c. shortening
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. molasses or syrup
3 eggs, beaten
2 1/4 c. flour
1/2 c. corn meal
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tbsp. ginger
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 c. sour milk

Cream shortening; gradually add sugar, beating well after each addition. Add molasses and beaten eggs; mix. Sift dry ingredients together alternately with milk to molasses mixture.

Pour into well-greased pan lined with wax paper. Cook in a moderate oven at 325-350 degrees for 35 minutes.