Origins of the Blackstone surname

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    In 1921, most Blackstones lived in yorkshire

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    800 Blackstone Travel & migration records
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    Interesting facts about Blackstone

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    Who were Blackstones most likely to marry?

    Blackstone Or Blaciston Or Blackiston Or Blackston Or Blakistons
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    What are the most common Blackstone first names?

    William

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Blackstones

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

    Commmon female occupations for Blackstones in 1921

    Living On Own Means

    13

    Governess

    7

    Charwoman

    6

    Dressmaker

    6

    Lighterman

    6

    Commmon male occupations for Blackstones in 1921

    Tailor

    20

    Agricultural Labourer

    15

    Lighterman

    14

    Clerk

    11

    Jeweller

    11

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