1 1/4 c. sifted all-purpose flour
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. powdered cinnamon
1/2 tsp. baking soda
1 c. sugar
1/2 c. butter
2 eggs
3 tbsp. water
2 c. finely chopped dates
1 c. chopped mixed candied fruits
1 c. chopped pecans
1 c. chopped filberts
Confectioners' topping

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease 2 or more cookie sheets. Sift flour, salt, cinnamon and soda together. Cream sugar, butter together until light, in mixing bowl. Add eggs, beat lightly. Add flour mixture and mix thoroughly. Stir in water, fruits and nuts. Mix well.

Drop on cookie sheets by tablespoons. Bake 15 to 17 minutes. Dribble icing over warm cookies. (5 dozen)

CONFECTIONERS' TOPPING:

Combine 1 1/2 cups sifted confectioners' sugar with warm water to make spreading consistency. Beat well.