1 1/2 c. oatmeal
1 1/2 c. flour
3/4 c. brown sugar
1 tsp. baking soda
1/2 c. butter

Mix together. Pat half in 9 x 13 inch pan. Press. Put date filling on. Cover top with rest of mixture. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 to 25 minutes. FILLING:

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

Boil until thick.