Origins of the Biven surname

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    In 1921, most Bivens lived in south-west

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    Common jobs for Bivens

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    Commmon female occupations for Bivens in 1921

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    Home

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    Horse Dealer

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    Needlewoman

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    Weaver

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    Commmon male occupations for Bivens in 1921

    Hairdresser

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    Horse Dealer

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    Brick Maker

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    Coal Miner

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    Coalminer

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