2 c. raisins
4 tsp. baking soda
4 tsp. oil
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. sugar
4 c. flour

Pour 2 cups boiling water over 2 cups raisins and baking soda and let stand overnight. Add remaining ingredients, mix thoroughly. Bake in three 1 pound coffee cans, greased and flour, at 350 degrees for 1 hour.