Future uses of the telephone. 19th-century set of artworks showing possible future uses of the then-new technology of the telephone. This communicatio


Future uses of the telephone. 19th-century set of artworks showing possible future uses of the then-new technology of the telephone. This communication device was developed in the 1870s. Subjects covered here include politics, theatrical performances, personal relations, newspapers, concerts, and military communications. Published in the 16 June 1877 issue of the magazine 'Funny Folks'.


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