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Flirtation Is a Fine Art
Cogent tips for the gallant who yearns to make time with the lasses in hotel lobbies, on trains, bathing beaches and the telephone
August
1
1947
HERB GRAFFIS
Flirtation Is a Fine Art
HERB GRAFFIS
August
1
1947
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Flirtation Is a Fine Art
Cogent tips for the gallant who yearns to make time with the lasses in hotel lobbies, on trains, bathing beaches and the telephone
August
1
1947
HERB GRAFFIS
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