Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Cream together shortening and sugar. Add egg and vanilla; mix well.

Sift together flour, baking soda, baking powder, 1/4 teaspoon salt, cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir flour mixture into creamed sugar mixture.

Stir in raisins, chopped nuts, remaining 1/4 teaspoon salt, and persimmon pulp; mix well.

Drop by the teaspoonful on a greased or parchment-lined cookie sheet. Bake for 12 to 15 minutes. Transfer to wire racks to cool.