Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar until smooth.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time. Beat well after each addition.
3. 3
   Dissolve soda in buttermilk and add to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Pour flour in large bowl and add dates, orange slices and nuts.
5. 5
   Stir to coat each piece and add this mixture with the coconut to creamed mixture.
6. 6
   This makes a very stiff dough that can be mixed with hands.
7. 7
   Put in a greased and floured 13 x 9 x 3-inch cake pan.
8. 8
   Bake at 250° for 2 1/2 or 3 hours.