See recipe "Grandma Olsen's Sugar Cookies" for source/info on this recipe.
Heat oven to 325F. Grease & flour 9 x 5 x 3 loaf pan. Combine date bar mix and water until crumbly. Add eggs, flour, baking powder, molasses & spices. Fold in nuts & cherries; pour into pan. Bake 80 minutes or until toothpick comes out clean. Cool.