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    In 1921, most Bennisons lived in london

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    Common jobs for Bennisons

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    Common female occupations for Bennisons in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    67

    Dressmaker

    33

    Domestic Servant

    27

    Silk Weaver

    26

    Weaver

    23

    Common male occupations for Bennisons in 1921

    Silk Weaver

    48

    Farmer

    44

    Coal Miner

    41

    Joiner

    35

    General Labourer

    34

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