Ginger Cookies

4 1/2 cups flour

4 teas. ground ginger

2 teas. baking soda

1 1/2 teas. ground cinnamon

1 teas. ground cloves

1/4 teas. salt

1-1/2 cups shortening

2 cups sugar

2 eggs

1/2 cup molasses

1/4 cup coarse or reg. sugar for rolling dough in.