Operating Telephone Switchboards in the North Country

Telephone operator taking calls in Colton

Not too long ago, making a phone call meant talking to an operator. The operator sat in front of a wall full of little holes, each representing different lines. As calls came in, they plugged cords in and out of the switchboard. Collected here are photos of people doing just. For more information, check out our story on operating the switchboards in Old Forge.

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