Origins of the Cearley surname

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    In 1921, most Cearleys lived in south-west

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    Common jobs for Cearleys

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    Commmon female occupations for Cearleys in 1921

    House Keeper

    3

    Spinster

    2

    Domestic Servant

    1

    Hat Trimmer

    1

    Monthly Nurse

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Cearleys in 1921

    Farm Hands

    10

    General Farmers

    3

    Skilled Mechanics And Repairmen

    2

    Traction Engine Stoker

    2

    Agricultural Labourer

    1

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