1 c. shortening
2 c. sugar
2 eggs
3 1/2 c. flour
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. blackberries (with juice)
nuts and raisins (optional)

Blend shortening and sugar and add well beaten eggs. Blend cinnamon, cloves and flour. Put the baking soda in the blackberries and add to the mixture, alternately with the flour mixture. Add nuts and raisins if desired.

Bake in 9 inch layer pans or a 9 x 13 inch pan at 325°F for 45 minutes or until done. Frost with favorite frosting or dust with powdered sugar.

Serves 20.