1 c. shortening (Crisco)
1 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
2 eggs, beaten
1 c. coconut
1 c. gum drops (or candied cherries)
1 c. rolled oats
1 tsp. vanilla

Cream shortening and sugars. Add remaining ingredients; mix well. (NOTE: Add another cup of rolled oats if you do not use gum drops or cherries.) Drop by spoonfuls on baking sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 10 to 12 minutes.