Reading the explanation of the 555 exchange reminded of someone I knew who once had the “867-5309” number that was made famous in a 80’s (I think) rock song. They got so many calls they had to change the number.
Welcome to the SDMB, croonz.
Since this is a comment on a Straight Dope Staff Report by SDSTAFF Bricker and not on one of Cecil’s Straight Dope columns, I’ll move this thread to the appropriate forum.
Also, a link to the column or staff report you’re commenting on is appreciated. This one is In the old days, why did phone numbers have names like “Circle 8745”?
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