Orange Candy Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream the butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well.
3. 3
   Add 1 cup buttermilk.
4. 4
   Beat well.
5. 5
   Add soda to the other half cup buttermilk.
6. 6
   Add to mixture.
7. 7
   Combine dry ingredients. Add orange slices, halved.
8. 8
   Add dates and nuts.
9. 9
   Blend well.
10. 10
    Line tube pan with well-greased brown paper.
11. 11
    Bake slowly at 275° for 2 1/2 hours.