Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream the butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs one at a time.
3. 3
   Dissolve soda in buttermilk and add to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Place flour in a large bowl. Add dates, orange slices, nuts and coconut.
5. 5
   Stir to coat each piece.
6. 6
   Add flour mixture to creamed mixture.
7. 7
   This mixture is stiff.
8. 8
   Mix with hand.
9. 9
   Put in greased and floured 13 x 9 x 3-inch cake pan.
10. 10
    Bake at 250° for 2 1/2 to 3 hours.