That's how I remember it too. Most local calls perhaps were included with the service, but a call to the other side of town might be considered long-distance. I

That's how I remember it too. Most local calls perhaps were included with the service, but a call to the other side of town might be considered long-distance. I do remember that the rates varied wildly. My parents would occasionally question me or my sister about a specific call on the bill that cost a lot.