Instructions: Combine the melted shortening, sugar and syrup. Sift the salt and spices with the flour, and add alternately with the soda and water. Chill in refrigerator for 2 hours. Roll very thin, cut in favorite shapes with cookie cutters and bake on cookie sheet.

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