Origins of the Chisnall surname

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    In 1921, most Chisnalls lived in london

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    Common jobs for Chisnalls

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    Commmon female occupations for Chisnalls in 1921

    Dressmaker

    24

    Cotton Weaver

    23

    Housekeeper

    13

    Living On Own Means

    12

    General Servant

    11

    Commmon male occupations for Chisnalls in 1921

    Coal Miner

    46

    Joiner

    29

    General Labourer

    25

    Cotton Spinner

    19

    Farmer

    17

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