Trunk Telephone Service Connects Major Scottish Cities

A trunk telephone service was established connecting major cities across Scotland, including Inverness, Edinburgh, Aberdeen, and Glasgow. Reports noted that the service, which had previously connected Wick and Thurso to Inverness, was proving successful, with high demand during summer herring fishing at Wick. The majority of calls were between the Scottish cities, though considerable business communication was also conducted with English cities.

The new infrastructure allowed for improved clarity in conversations after the installation of repeaters at the Inverness Post Office. The service was noted for the volume of business conducted over the lines, indicating a direct utility for commercial activity between the connected cities.