Origins of the Blakely surname

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    In 1921, most Blakelys lived in london

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    Common jobs for Blakelys

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    Commmon female occupations for Blakelys in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    14

    Domestic Servant

    10

    House Servant

    10

    Dressmaker

    9

    House Keeper

    9

    Commmon male occupations for Blakelys in 1921

    Coal Miner

    42

    Farm Hands

    27

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    26

    General Farmers

    20

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    14

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