Origins of the Bowrey surname

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    In 1921, most Bowreys lived in south-west

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    Common jobs for Bowreys

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    Common female occupations for Bowreys in 1921

    Living On Own Means

    6

    Domestic Servant

    4

    Dressmaker

    3

    None

    3

    Pupil Teacher

    3

    Common male occupations for Bowreys in 1921

    Coal Miner

    8

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

    Bricklayer

    3

    Carpenter

    3

    Farm Labourer

    3

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