Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time.
3. 3
   Beat well after each.
4. 4
   Dissolve soda in milk.
5. 5
   Add to creamed mixture.
6. 6
   Add dates, nuts and candy to flour to coat.
7. 7
   Add coconut.
8. 8
   Combine both mixtures.
9. 9
   Makes stiff dough that should be mixed with hands.
10. 10
    Bake in greased 13 x 9 x 3-inch pan at 250° for 2 1/2 hours.
11. 11
    Combine orange juice and powdered sugar.
12. 12
    Pour over hot cake.
13. 13
    Let stand overnight.