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4.5 percent through 1965. Since 1965, interest rates on Utility Bonds have jumped to over 8 percent. Mr. Reid further stated, “Subscribers today expect telephone service to be available when and where they need it. It is the desire of our Company to be progressive and to develop and introduce new procedures and service offerings to meet their desires. The requested rate increase is imperative if we are to maintain the Company’s credit, operate on a sound financial basis and attract the capitol required to furnish adequate and efficient service to our Virginia subscribers ”
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