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

Measure shortening, then melt and cool. Add sugar, molasses and egg; beat well. Sift flour, soda, spices and salt. Add to first mixture; mix well and chill. Roll chilled dough into 1 inch balls. Roll in granulated sugar and bake on greased sheet 1/2 inch apart (they flatten and spread) for 8 to 10 minutes at 350 degrees.