Combine:

1 c. sugar
2 1/4 c. flour
1/4 tsp. salt
3/8 tsp. baking powder
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon

Beat in:

2/3 c. shortening
2 eggs
2/3 c. milk
1 1/2 tsp. vanilla

Add 3 raw apples, pared, chopped. Pour into 13 x 9 inch pan. Mix topping together and cover cake in pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 35 to 40 minutes.

1 tbsp. melted butter
2 tsp. cinnamon
1/3 c. brown sugar
2 tsp. flour
1/2 c. chopped nuts (optional)
1/4 c. rolled oats