Orange Slice Cake

Directions

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