3/4 c. shortening (melted)
1 c. sugar
1/4 c. molasses
1 egg
2 tsp. baking soda
2 c. flour
1/2 tsp. cloves
1/2 tsp. ginger
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt

Melt shortening (cool) add sugar, egg and beat well. Add dry ingredients. Mix well. Chill 1 hour. Form into 1 inch ball and roll in sugar. Place on greased cookie sheet. Bake at 375 degrees for 8 to 10 minutes.