Orange Slice Cake

Directions

1. 1
   Cream butter and sugar until smooth.
2. 2
   Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition.
3. 3
   Dissolve soda in buttermilk and add to cream mixture.
4. 4
   Place flour in a large bowl.
5. 5
   Add dates, orange slices and nuts.
6. 6
   Stir to coat each piece.
7. 7
   Add flour mixture and coconut to creamed mixture.
8. 8
   Bake in a greased 9 or 10-inch tube pan at 250° for 2 1/2 hours.
9. 9
   Remove from oven.
10. 10
    Pour hot glaze over top of cake.
11. 11
    Let set in pan overnight.