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Most phone numbers come from a directory. The directory was shut down when manual numbers were called from. However, a person could still access the directory via 311, although it is not necessary.

When a number is called and it is "Private Caller" or "Out of Area" or etc, it could mean different things. Out of Area means it does not have a valid US number or a number for whatever country you're in. Private Caller means a person who either started a phone number with *67 or used an option on their phone. To find the number, do these:

1) *69 is the most useful. It initially finds previous callers and their numbers, despite "Private Caller" as well as a recording.

2) 1800-555-3867 is a number that traces private calls. Just give the date and time of the call.

3) Sourmath.com is another reliable source online.

Hope these helps!

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