John Lee Mahin
John Lee Mahin (August 23, 1902, Evanston, Illinois – April 18, 1984, Los Angeles) was a prolific screenwriter and producer. He was the son of John Lee Mahin, Sr. (1869-1930), a Chicago newspaper and advertising man, and Julia Graham Snitzler.
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“Kenneth Penmark: Whatll you give me if I give you a basket of kisses?
Rhoda: Ill give you a basket of hugs.”
—John Lee Mahin (19021984)
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—John Lee Mahin (19021984)