Set oven to preheat at 350°

In the large mixing bowl, cream together butter, shortening, and sugar until lightly colored and fluffy

beat in molasses and eggs; set aside.

in medium bowl combine flour(sifting nit needed), salt, baking soda, ginger, clothes, and cinnamon. Blend thoroughly with wire whisk

Gradually mix flour mixture into creamed ingredients until dough is blended and smooth.

Roll into 1 1/2 inch balls dip top in sugar; place 2 1/2 inches apart on greased cookie sheets.

bake for 11 minutes