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

FILLING:

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

Cream well together first set of ingredients and spread in greased 9 x 12 inch pan (save 1/2 cup for topping). Press down lightly. Spread with filling and sprinkle remaining crumbs on top. Bake until firm in 375 degree oven.