2 c. brown sugar
1 c. shortening
2 eggs
1 c. chopped nuts
2 c. chopped dates
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 tsp. allspice
1/2 tsp. cloves
2 c. beer
3 c. flour
2 tsp. baking powder

Cream sugar and shortening. Stir in eggs, nuts, dates and spices. Sift flour, baking powder, salt in another bowl and add beer. Combine beer mixture and creamed mixture until well blended. Bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes at 350 degrees.