Origins of the Coulter surname

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    In 1921, most Coulters lived in london

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    Common jobs for Coulters

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    Commmon female occupations for Coulters in 1921

    Dressmaker

    59

    Domestic Servant

    37

    Laundress

    34

    Housekeeper

    29

    Living On Own Means

    27

    Commmon male occupations for Coulters in 1921

    Coal Miner

    76

    General Labourer

    58

    Farm Hands

    53

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    48

    Agricultural Labourer

    37

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