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Old 20th Feb 2018, 10:02 am   #9
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Default Re: Phones or intercoms?

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Originally Posted by Phil G4SPZ View Post
'... for manager-secretary, doctor-receptionist or similar duty.'
There was a set of telephones similar to this in Calthwaite Hall, between Penrith and Carlisle; bits of the wiring still remain. They linked the kitchen to the stables. They, and more sophisticated switchable stations were marketed for use in 'big houses' amongst other places.
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