[SOC] SOC et tuam

[Bob N0UF]

They answer the phone as fast as they deliver the mail.

73
Bob N0UF
----- Original Message -----
From: "Bill Cunningham" <k4ksr@arrl.net>
To: <soc@mailman.qth.net>
Cc: "Wagner Kenneth Contractor USTC" <Kenneth.Wagner@hq.transcom.mil>
Sent: Friday, August 09, 2002 2:29 PM
Subject: [SOC] SOC et tuam


> Needing to call local post office, I looked up the number in the current
> phone book.
>
> There were several branches to choose from, but all eventually yielded the
> same result.
>
> You dial the number and reach a recording.  The recording says the local
> number has been changed to a 1-800 number and points out this is a free
> call.
>
> You dial the 1-800 number and reach a recording.  This recording says you
> need to dial a 1-900 number to get  national directory assistance to find
> the number for the local post office branch you seek.  The recording also
> points out that there is a $1.99 charge for this service and you must be
> over 18 to use the service.
>
> Joseph Heller would love it.
>
> Bill C.
> K4KSR
>
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