Thoroughly cream shortening and 3/4 cup sugar; add egg and beat till light and fluffy. Sift together 2 cups flour, baking powder, and salt; add to creamed mixture alternately with milk. Spread in greased 11x7x1 1/2 inch pan. Top with berries. Mix 1/2 cup sugar, 1/2 flour, and cinnamon; cut in butter till crumbly; sprinkle over berries. Bake at 350 degrees for 45 minutes. Cut in squares. Serve warm. Seasonal favorite. Yield: 8 to 10 servings