Origins of the Bissley surname

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    In 1921, most Bissleys lived in south-east

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    Catherine

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    Common jobs for Bissleys

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    Commmon female occupations for Bissleys in 1921

    Dressmaker

    4

    Draper Clerk

    1

    Nurse (Sub Med)

    1

    Retired Dressmaker

    1

    School Teacher

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Bissleys in 1921

    Bricklayer

    3

    Architects Office Boy

    1

    Builder Contractor

    1

    Builder General

    1

    Builder's Assistant

    1

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