This recipe is handwritten in somewhat fancy script (common in those days) and signed "? Maddy". It was filed under "Eggs", LOL!
Cream shortening and add sugar. Sift flour, salt and baking powder several times together, then add alternately [to shortening/sugar mix] with milk. Add flavoring last and beat hard for two minutes. Bake at once in moderately hot oven, 375°F for 25 minutes. Servings: 12.