Mix raisins, sugar and water; boil for 3 minutes. Add shortening. When cold add flour, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves (sifted together), and soda dissolved in 1 tablespoon boiling water. Bake in a greased loaf pan for 30 minutes at 350 degrees.

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