Date Nut Roll

1 c white sugar     --Boil 2 minutes, stirring til sugar dissolves.
½ c milk
½ c chopped dates    --Add and cook to soft ball stage (238° on
½ c chopped walnuts    candy thermometer.
1 Tbsp butter or margarine  --Add and stir until candy begins to
                              hold shape.  Roll in wet dish towel.
                              Chill and slice.