Fruit Squares

1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup molasses
1/2 cup shortening
3/4 cup water
1 cup raisins
1 cup chopped dates
3 eggs
2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon mace
1/2 teaspoon cloves

In 2 quart saucepan, combine sugar, molasses, shortening, water, raisins and dates. Bring to boil, then remove from heat. Let stand in saucepan until mixture reaches room temperature, about 30 minutes. Beat in eggs until smooth. Stir in all remaining ingredients and beat until smooth. Pour into greased 9" square pan. Bake at 350 degrees for 40 minutes or until firm to touch in center. Cool and cut into 24 squares.