Persimmon Cake

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 c. sugar
• 1/2 tsp. salt
• 2 tsp. nutmeg
• 2 tsp. soda
• 2 eggs
• 2 tsp. lemon juice
• 1 lb. white raisins
• 1 c. almonds or pecans
• 1/2 lb. candied pineapple
• 1/2 c. shortening
• 2 tsp. cinnamon
• 3 tsp. baking powder
• 2 Tbsp. warm water
• 2 c. persimmon pulp
• 1 lb. dates
• 1 c. walnuts
• 1/2 lb. candied cherries