Mix shortening, 1 1/2 cups sugar, and eggs. Sift flour, cream of tartar, soda, and salt. Add to first mixture. Chill. Mix 3 T. sugar and cinnamon. Roll dough into balls the size of a small walnut. Roll in sugar-cinnamon mixture. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased cookie sheet. Bake at 400° for 8-10 minutes until lightly browned but still soft. 5 dozen.
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