Beware of Growing Girls
Tucson Dating & Marriage Advice Circa 1950

Girls, you will discover, grow more rapidly than you. There is a period during which their little bodies expand and flower at a rate that far outstrips their mental growth. It is your duty — and every young man's — to guide them through this period of little sense but much feeling.

At this stage particularly you will find that not all girls breathe the same bracing moral atmosphere that you do. Make it clear to them that your own rugged good looks and bon vivant manner are not signposts of easy virtue nor invitations to loose living.

"David, where are you taking me?"
"I'm afraid for you here, Peggy. This music, these pawing young men embracing in public to a primitive rhythm—"
"It's only a dance, Davie."
"Sometimes I fear for all of us. Here's a good spot. Sit down."
{Commands should always be simple and direct.)
"But Davie—"
"Comfy? Now, we need to talk this out. Pity your mother isn't here, too."

SHOULD I PET?

Maintain control of yourself at all times. Don't be stampeded into unrestrained demonstrations of affection. You will regret it later. Keep everything on a high plane.

"Don't you think we've been out here long enough, Davie?"
"One more thing, darling. Take petting. Inexcusable. Let me demonstrate. A kiss should be offered simply, with humility, like this—"
"Ohhhhh, Davie!"
"Please, I'm only illustrating. Try to control yourself. Now it should not be forced, like this—"
"Davie!"

Remember that you are seeking to instruct, not to arouse primitive emotions that might fan quickly into a flame.

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