It’s time for episode 4 of your favorite program, Our Letters, Ourselves! Today we continue to make up for the lack of Lily in our early episodes with two more of her letters and talk about our theme, dating in the 1940s. Listen to hear the best dating advice the times had to offer, dandruff, and common threads in Keke’s love life.

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The Dos and Don'ts of 1940s Dating Etiquette

'Mental Hygiene' Films, Lost and Found Sound: School Movies Used for Social Education

James Dougherty, 84; Was Married to Marilyn Monroe Before She Became a Star

James Dougherty, Monroe's First Husband

Marilyn and Her Monsters