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>> Pshaw! The next thing, you'll be suggesting that every
>> city should have a telephone.
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Although I can not find the article right now....
One of the last areas in the US finally got phone service in 2004.
The 1 private residence was occupied by an elderly woman.
Her first phone call was from the Governor to congratulate her.
15 minutes later the phone rang again....
(you guessed it)
... A telemarketer....
[possible urban legend, but still on the mark...