2 c. chopped dates
1/2 c. sugar
1 c. water
1 tbsp. lemon juice

Combine all ingredients for filling. Simmer until thick - caution - do not burn - cool.

CRUMB MIXTURE:

1 1/2 c. sifted flour
1/4 tsp. baking soda
1 3/4 c. Robin Hood Oats
1 c. brown sugar
3/4 c. butter

Measure flour into bowl, add baking soda, stir in oats and brown sugar. Work in butter with fingertips. Put 1/2 mixture into lightly greased 9 inch square pan. Spread with filling. Sprinkle with remaining oat mixture. Bake at 375 degrees for 45 minutes or until golden brown. Cut into squares when cool.