Origins of the Callahan surname

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    In 1921, most Callahans lived in london

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    Common jobs for Callahans

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    Common female occupations for Callahans in 1921

    Dressmaker

    14

    Laundress

    14

    Clerks

    9

    Charwoman

    8

    Servant

    8

    Common male occupations for Callahans in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    110

    Farm Hands

    84

    Clerks

    55

    Tinsmiths

    41

    General Farmers

    33

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