Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream oleo and sugar.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Dissolve soda in milk, add to creamed mixture.
4. 4
   Place flour in large bowl.
5. 5
   Add dates, nuts, cherries and orange slices.
6. 6
   Stir to coat each piece.
7. 7
   Add flour mixture and coconut to creamed mixture.
8. 8
   Bake in two loaf pans (9 x 5 x 3-inch) or three smaller loaf pans or bake in tube pan at 250° for 2 1/2 hours.
9. 9
   Let sit in pan overnight.
10. 10
    Will keep 8 months as good as it was when cooked.
11. 11
    This can be wrapped in Saran Wrap, about three layers, to keep moisture in; freeze.