Halve dates and cut pineapple in chunks. combine with the whole cherries and nuts. Sift together dry ingredients, add to fruits and nuts, coating well. Stir in eggs and vanilla. Line two 8.5x 4.5x 6 cm loaf pans with heavy paper; then grease paper and pour in batter. Bake in slow oven (325�) 1 hour or till done. Cool.