Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cut orange slices and dates in small pieces.
2. 2
   Chop nuts and coat all with flour.
3. 3
   Cream butter and sugar until fluffy.
4. 4
   Add eggs, one at a time.
5. 5
   Dissolve soda in buttermilk.
6. 6
   Add flour and milk alternately, beginning and ending with flour.
7. 7
   Add coconut, nuts, candy and dates.
8. 8
   Mix thoroughly with hands or wooden spoon. Pour into tube pan.
9. 9
   Bake at 350° for 2 to 2 1/2 hours.
10. 10
    Remove from oven and pour a syrup of 1 cup fresh orange juice and 2 cups of powdered sugar over hot cake.
11. 11
    Let stand until completely cold before removing from pan.