2 c. sugar
1 c. shortening
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/4 tsp. nutmeg
2 c. water
2 c. raisins
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. cloves

Boil together five minutes. When cool, add 4 cups flour and 2 teaspoons soda. Put in greased and floured cake pan and bake 1 hour at 350 degrees.