Bell and the Science of the Telephone (Explosion Zone)


Bell and the Science of the Telephone (Explosion Zone) by Barron's Educational Series

List Price: $6.99

Alexander Graham Bell was born in Scotland but spent most of his life in Canada and the United States, where he invented several devices for the transmission of sound. In 1876, after much experimentation, he developed what is generally considered to be the first practical telephone. Here is the story of the scientific ideas he mastered as he succeeded in making his working telephone.

The Explosion Zone books combine vivid color illustrations and lively text to tell the stories of important scientists and inventors. Narratives are supplemented with easy-to-understand explanations of the scientific principles that underlie each phase of the invention or discovery being discussed. Imaginatively illustrated two-page spreads include sidebars called Here's the Science, explaining the principles of physics or chemistry that relate to the story. A glossary at the back of each book presents short definitions of scientific and technological terms. Read more...

Northwestern Bell Big-Button Corded Phone Plus with 13-Number Memory (20200-1)


Northwestern Bell Big-Button Corded Phone Plus with 13-Number Memory (20200-1) by Northwestern Bell

List Price: $139.99
          Features:
  • 13 Number Memory
  • Adjustable Handset Volume
  • Speakerphone LED Indicator
  • Speakerphone Volume Control

20200 NWB Big Button W/Braille- Big button corded telephone- 13 Number memory (3 one-touch emergency)- Braille augmented keypad- 90dB adjustable ringer- Speakerphone- Large raised buttons- Last number redial- Flash/hold- Visual ring indication- Tone/pulse dialing- Handset volume control- Wall mountable-Hearing aid compatible- White- Button size:1.25" x 1.25" Read more...

Long-Nose Telephone Work Pliers - bell c long nose pliers


Long-Nose Telephone Work Pliers - bell c long nose pliers by Klein Tools

409-71972 Long-Nose Telephone Work Pliers Type C Long-Nose Telephone Work Pliers - Type L1 Long-Nose Telephone Work Pliers - Narrow Tip w/Single Cutter This item features: -Knurled jaw tips for greater gripping power. -Curved handles provide greater tool control. -Pressing groove near hinge for brass sleeves. -Induction hardened side-cutting knives for long life. -Convenient .030'' stripping hole. -Single-cutting knife behind point provides precise tip cutting. -Jaws knurled at tip for sure-wrapping and looping. -Spring-loaded action for self-opening. -Jaw Width: 11/16 in. -Jaw Thickness: 3/8 in. -Handle Type: Plastic-Dipped. -Material: Alloy Steel. -Type: Long Nose Pliers. -Price is for 1 Each. Len. = Overall Length Len. = Overall Length Read more...

Bell Science: Unchained Goddess, Bell Telephone Science Series [VHS]


Bell Science: Unchained Goddess, Bell Telephone Science Series [VHS] by Rhino

List Price: $9.95
Early Days
Chicago Sun-Times - Oct 10, 2011

Mayor James P. Hennessy said he would consult with representatives of the Illinois Bell Telephone Co. to determine the cost of a system that could be used citywide to give fuller coverage than expansion of the present alarm system.


Virginia C. Bayer
Fredericksburg.com - Oct 11, 2011

She was an assistant commercial manager for Ohio Bell Telephone Co. until her retirement in 1978. She was a member of the Order of the Eastern Star, Yusef Cauldron (past MCO), the Telephone Pioneers (past president), the East Lake Women's Club and the


Marcella E. Schaefer Perrin — Austin
Post-Bulletin - Oct 10, 2011

Marcella was an employee of the NW Bell Telephone Co. in Austin, and while working there she met John Perrin. Marcella and John were married Dec. 20, 1975, at Adams. In retirement, the Perrins enjoyed spending the winter months in Gulf Shores, Ala.


(Mary) Audrey Allen Morrow
Corning Leader - Oct 11, 2011

Audrey worked as a telephone operator for NY Bell Telephone, served as Bath Village Clerk Treasurer and as Town of Bath Deputy Clerk. She was predeceased by her mother. Survivors include her husband, Fay Morrow of Bath, NY and Mesa, AZ and her sister


Consider this: Keepers of the past

14.07.11

Stop by 321 Montgomery St. in downtown Syracuse for a peek into Onondaga County’s attic.

The Onondaga Historical Association Museum reopens to the public today after a renovation that includes reopening eight large windows on the front of the 1906 building, which originally housed Bell Telephone Co. The association is debuting its expanded store and renovated exhibit spaces after a three-year, $500,000 project.

The face lift updates the 148-year-old OHA, which is promoting its new mission as an active participant in the community’s cultural scene. The association began in 1862 as “an institution for the preservation and care for the curiosities and relics of the county.” The collection today includes more than 1 million items.

Source: Syracuse.com (blog)

Bull's-eye!… for telephone users

by Charlie

Bull’s-eye!… for telephone users

In rapid-fire order, this girl at one of Western Electric’s factories attaches wires to Bell telephone equipment she’s helping to make. That “gun” in her hand is a wire-wrapping tool newly developed by Western Electric engineers that fastens the wires better, faster, with less cost than ever before. What’s that to you? Well, it shows how Western Electric tries to find new ways to produce telephone equipment better, faster, cheaper—because good, low-cost equipment helps you get good, low-cost telephone service.

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