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on BBC Home Service Basic

The Telephone Service
Joan Oldfield and Michael Barton are shown behind the scenes of Britain's telephone system. In this programme they report on some of the fascinating equipment in everyday use and take a glimpse into the future by visiting the Post Office Research Station at Dollis Hill in London.
Produced by Michael Barton

Contributors

Unknown:
Joan Oldfield
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Michael Barton
Produced By:
Michael Barton
Source: Radio Times

BBC Home Service Basic

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