3/4 c. shortening
1 c. white sugar
1 egg
4 tsp. molasses
2 c. flour
2 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
1 rounding tsp. ginger

Cream shortening and sugar, add well beaten egg and molasses. Mix soda and spices with sifted flour. Combine with first mixture. Roll in 1" balls and dip in sugar. Place on cookie sheet and bake 350 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes.