2 lbs. sugar
1 lb. lard
5 eggs
3 1/2 lbs. flour
2 tbsp. baking soda
1 tbsp. cinnamon
1 c. water
1 c. baking molasses
2 lbs. raisins or dates
1 lb. nuts
1 tbsp. salt
1 tbsp. vanilla

Drop on cookie sheet, top with beaten egg.