Mama used this recipe for her strawberry shortcake and coconut cake.

2 eggs
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup shortening
2 1/3 cup self rising flour
1 1/4 cup milk
1 t vanilla

2 eggs 1 1/2 cups sugar 1/2 cup shortening 2 1/3 cup self rising flour 1 1/4 cup milk 1 t vanilla

Beat eggs untill fluffy on medium speed.
Gradually add sugar; beat well.
Add shortening; beat well.
Add flour alternately with milk.
Add vanilla, mix in well.
Pour into 2 greased and floured 9 inch pans.
Bake 350 degrees for 25-30 minutes.