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Origins of the Brush surname

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    In 1921, most Brushs lived in london

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    2,700 Brushs found in all Census records

    Interesting facts about Brush

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Brushs

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

    Common female occupations for Brushs in 1921

    Dressmaker

    21

    Living On Own Means

    9

    Domestic Servant

    8

    House Servant

    6

    At Home

    5

    Common male occupations for Brushs in 1921

    Fishmonger

    31

    Agricultural Labourer

    19

    Blacksmith

    16

    Carpenter

    14

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    12

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