Raisin Cut Cookies

1/2 cup lard
1 cup sugar
1 egg
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup hot water
1 tsp. soda
pinch salt
3 cups flour
1 cup raisins
1 tsp. cloves
1 tsp. cinnamon
1 cup nuts

Spread in pan to a depth of about 1 inch thick. Cut when partly cool.