Member-only story

Just an Old Telephone Man 2nd Edition: A Journey Through the Golden Age of Telecommunications

Christopher Woods

·15.4k Followers· Follow

Published in Just An Old Telephone Man 2nd Edition

4 min read · 3 weeks before

469 View Claps

35 Respond

Save

Listen

By Wayne Tamosaitis

I was just an old telephone man, but I had a front-row seat to the golden age of telecommunications. I started working for Bell Telephone in 1955, and I retired in 1990. During those years, I saw the telephone system grow and change in ways that would have been unimaginable to the early pioneers of the industry.

In the early days, telephones were a luxury. Only the wealthy and the well-connected had them. But by the time I retired, telephones were commonplace. They were in homes, businesses, and even cars.

Just An Old Telephone Man - 2nd Edition

by Judge Pattengill

4.7 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	23765 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	165 pages

The growth of the telephone system was driven by a number of factors, including the invention of the transistor, the development of new switching technologies, and the expansion of the rural telephone network.

The transistor was a key invention because it made it possible to build smaller, more reliable, and more affordable telephones. The development of new switching technologies also made it possible to connect more telephones to the network. And the expansion of the rural telephone network brought telephone service to millions of people who had never had it before.

I was fortunate to be a part of this exciting time in the history of telecommunications. I worked on a variety of projects, from installing new telephone lines to repairing damaged equipment. I also got to meet some of the pioneers of the industry, including Alexander Graham Bell and Thomas Edison.

In this book, I share my memories of those days. I tell stories about the challenges and the rewards of working as a telephone lineman. I also describe the technological advancements that I witnessed firsthand.

I hope that you enjoy reading this book as much as I enjoyed writing it.

Reviews

"Just an Old Telephone Man is a fascinating look at the golden age of telecommunications. Wayne Tamosaitis tells the story of his life as a telephone lineman with humor and insight. He provides a unique perspective on the technological advancements that transformed the way we communicate." - *****

"This book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of telecommunications. Wayne Tamosaitis provides a firsthand account of the golden age of the telephone industry. He tells the story with wit and charm." - *****

About the Author

Wayne Tamosaitis was born in 1933 in a small town in Pennsylvania. He started working for Bell Telephone in 1955, and he retired in 1990. He is the author of Just an Old Telephone Man, a memoir about his experiences in the telecommunications industry.

Free Download Your Copy Today!

Just an Old Telephone Man 2nd Edition is available now from Our Book Library.com and other major booksellers.

Just An Old Telephone Man - 2nd Edition

by Judge Pattengill

4.7 out of 5