Mix together shortening, 1 1/2 cups of sugar and eggs. Sift together flour, cream of tartar, soda and salt; then add of egg mixture. Chill dough.Mix cinnamon and tbsp sugar. Roll into balls the size of a small walnut. Roll balls into mixture of cinnamon and sugar. Place about 2 inches apart on ungreased baking sheet. Bake in preheated 400 degree oven for about 8 to 10 minutes, or until lightly browned, but still soft.
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