Origins of the Agnew surname

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    In 1921, most Agnews lived in london

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    Common jobs for Agnews

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

    Common female occupations for Agnews in 1921

    Dressmaker

    77

    Housekeeper

    43

    Annuitant

    37

    Domestic Servant

    37

    Living On Own Means

    29

    Common male occupations for Agnews in 1921

    Coal Miner

    142

    Tailor

    57

    Farmer

    54

    Shoemaker

    49

    General Labourer

    36

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