Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar until smooth.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating after each.
3. 3
   Dissolve soda in buttermilk and add to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Place flour in a large bowl and add dates, chopped candy and nuts.
5. 5
   Stir to coat.
6. 6
   Add flour and fruit mixture and coconut to creamed mixture.
7. 7
   This makes a very stiff dough that should be mixed with hands.
8. 8
   Put in a greased 13 x 9 x 3-inch cake pan.
9. 9
   Bake at 250° for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.
10. 10
    Combine orange juice and powdered sugar.
11. 11
    Pour over hot cake.
12. 12
    Let stand in pan overnight.