1 c. sugar
1 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
2 1/2 c. flour
1 c. coconut
3 c. oatmeal
1 tsp. baking soda
1 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. vanilla
1 c. nuts, chopped

Cream sugars and shortening. Add eggs. Add coconut, nuts and vanilla. Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt. Add to the creamed mixture. Stir in oatmeal and mix well. Roll into small balls. Place on a greased cookie sheet and press down with a fork. Bake 9 to 10 minutes at 375 degrees.