Origins of the Cathey surname

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    In 1921, most Catheys lived in north-east

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    140 Cathey Travel & migration records
    620 Catheys found in all Census records

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    Common jobs for Catheys

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    Commmon female occupations for Catheys in 1921

    Paper Bag Maker

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    Cotton Weaver

    3

    Dressmaker

    3

    Power Loom Weaver

    3

    Charwoman

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Catheys in 1921

    Farm Hands

    41

    General Farmers

    24

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    17

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    11

    Tinsmiths

    10

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