Origins of the Cawell surname

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    In 1921, most Cawells lived in northern-ireland

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    Common jobs for Cawells

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    Commmon female occupations for Cawells in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    8

    Labourers Wife

    7

    House Servant

    4

    Ribbon Weaver

    4

    Dress Maker

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Cawells in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    30

    Shoe Maker

    5

    Coal Miner

    4

    Farm Labourer

    4

    General Labourer

    4

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