1 1/2 c. rolled oats
1 1/2 c. flour
1 c. sugar
3/4 c. shortening
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. baking soda

Mix with fingers and place one layer in pan. Spread on filling and cover with rest of mixture. Bake 25 minutes at 350.

FILLING:

1 lb. dates
1/2 c. water
1/2 c. sugar

Cook slow in small saucepan and cool. Add juice of 1/2 lemon