On This Day in Telephone History November 5th 1954 ATT Announces New Wall Telephone Model 554 a.k.a. “The Big Ugly” The Model 554 Telephone is the companion to the Model 500 desk set designed for convenience the wall set is most often used in the kitchen where counter and table space is at a premium it is also popular in such areas as basements, garages, and patios.

On This Day in Telephone History November 5th 1954

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On This Day in Telephone History November 5th 1954 ATT Announces New Wall Telephone Model 554 a.k.a. “The Big Ugly”. The Model 554 Telephone is the companion to the Model 500 desk set designed for convenience the wall set is most often used in the kitchen where counter and table space is at a premium it is also popular in such areas as basements, garages, and patios.