Fruit Filled Cookies

Directions

1. 1
   Cream margarine and sugar; sift flour, soda and salt and add together (this is awfully thick).
2. 2
   Add oats and work in with hands to a thick mixture.
3. 3
   Divide in half.
4. 4
   Use 13 x 9-inch pan.
5. 5
   Rub pan with shortening.
6. 6
   Crumble 1/2 evenly over pan, then pat down. Next, cut up real fine dates and mix with sugar and enough water to moisten.
7. 7
   Cook this over fire until thick; let cool.
8. 8
   Spread dates evenly over mixture, then crumble rest over top.