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Origins of the Cowpertwait surname

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    In 1921, most Cowpertwaits lived in east-midlands

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    Constance

    Esther

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    Common jobs for Cowpertwaits

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    Common female occupations for Cowpertwaits in 1921

    Bag Maker

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    Hosiery Maker Up

    1

    House Work

    1

    Living On Her Own Means

    1

    Own House Work

    1

    Common male occupations for Cowpertwaits in 1921

    Iron Turner

    3

    Agricultural Labourer

    2

    Lace Machine Fitter

    2

    Apprentice Machine Fitting

    1

    Engineer Fitter

    1

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