Origins of the Bodilly surname

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    In 1921, most Bodillys lived in south-west

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    160 Bodilly Travel & migration records
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    Common jobs for Bodillys

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    Commmon female occupations for Bodillys in 1921

    Charwoman

    13

    Living On Own Means

    7

    Dress Maker

    5

    Draper

    3

    Dressmaker

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Bodillys in 1921

    Tin Miner

    16

    Errand Boy

    4

    Grocer

    4

    Clerk

    3

    Drapers Assistant

    3

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