Origins of the Adshead surname

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    In 1921, most Adsheads lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Adshead

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    Common jobs for Adsheads

    Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

    Commmon female occupations for Adsheads in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    92

    Dressmaker

    38

    Living On Own Means

    35

    Charwoman

    29

    Housekeeper

    28

    Commmon male occupations for Adsheads in 1921

    Coal Miner

    84

    Bricklayer

    67

    General Labourer

    43

    Farmer

    39

    Cotton Spinner

    38

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