3 1/2 c. flour
2 2/3 c. sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1/2 tsp. cloves
2/3 c. butter, butter or cooking oil
4 eggs, unbeaten
2/3 c. water
2 tsp. cinnamon
1 can pumpkin (or 2 c.)
1 tsp. salt
1 c. raisins
1/2 c. cherries (maraschino), red and green (mix for Christmas)
1 tsp. baking soda
1 c. nuts

Mix all together in large bowl and beat 1 minute. Add nuts, raisins, cherries last. Put in 2 large loaf pans or 3 small greased well. Bake 350 degrees for 40 to 60 minutes.