Grandma Veater's Boiled Raisin Cookies

1 ½ c. raisins
1 c. water
Boil till all water is gone (cool).
½ tsp. salt
1 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. baking soda
3 c. flour
Sift together.
1 ½ c. sugar
1 c. shortening
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
Mix all ingredients.
Drop by tsp. and roll in sugar.
Bake at 350 degrees for 10-15 minutes.