1 1/2 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
1/2 c. molasses
4 c. sifted flour
4 tsp. baking soda
2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. cinnamon

Cream shortening and sugar. Add egg and molasses and cream well. Add baking soda, spices and flour. Work dough with hands. Roll into 1 inch balls; roll in sugar. Bake at 350 degrees for 15 minutes.