Crumbs:

3/4 c. Flour
1/2 tsp. Cinnamon
1/8 tsp. Nutmeg
1/8 tsp. Ginger
1/8 tsp. Cloves
1/2 c. Brown Sugar (packed)
2 tbsp. Shortening
1/2 tsp. Salt

Combine dry ingredients with shortening, using hands to work into crumbs. Line a 9 inch pie plate with pastry, fill with liquid and top with crumbs. Reserve small amount of crumbs for top.

Bake in a hot oven (400°F) until crust starts to brown (about 10 minutes).

Reduce to 325°F and bake until firm.

Filling:

1/2 tbsp. Baking Soda
3/4 c. Boiling Water
1/2 c. Molasses
1 Egg Yolk (beaten well)

Dissolve baking soda in boiling water. Add molasses and egg yolk. Pour into pie shell. Top with crumbs.