Bertha'S Chocolate Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Mix sugar and shortening; add eggs one at a time.
2. 2
   Beat well. Put baking soda into buttermilk and stir.
3. 3
   Add this to sugar mixture.
4. 4
   Sift flour and cocoa together and add this together, mixing well.
5. 5
   Put in boiling water and vanilla last.
6. 6
   Bake in a greased and floured 9 x 13-inch pan and cook at 350° for 35 to 40 minutes.
7. 7
   Put your favorite chocolate icing on top.