In 1877, the inventor of the bulb, Thomas Edison, suggested the use of the word "Hello" to start a conversation on the phone. Edison believed that this word is clear and easily heard.

KINGSVILLE, Texas (AP) — In this friendly little ranching town, “hello” is wearing out its welcome. And Leonso Canales Jr. is happy as heck. At his urging, the Kleberg County commissioners on Monday ...