A professional who compiles and maintains statistical records relating to telegraph services, performing any combination of following duties. Responsibilities include:

• Answers telephone requests from private wire or tie-line patrons regarding handling of messages and repair service.
• Writes and issues work orders for equipment installation or repair.
• Compiles statistical data concerning pricing and telegraph services for use in preparing studies and proposals.
• Verifies accuracy of billing charges.
• Posts charges to service accounts.
• Posts revenue received from charge accounts and other sales data to card index files.
• Writes or types statements.
• Sorts and distributes mail.
• Takes and transcribes dictation.
• Types letters, reports, and proposals.
• Files records and correspondence.