Coconut Cookies

2/3 c lard or margarine )
2 c brown sugar         )--Cream together
2 eggs ------------------------)
2 c flour                      )--Add.-----)
1 tsp baking powder                        ) * Drop by spoonsful
1 tsp soda dissolved in a little hot water ) * onto cookie sheet.
1 c coconut                                ) * Bake at 325°
3 c oatmeal