Origins of the Dwyer surname

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    In 1921, most Dwyers lived in london

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    Common jobs for Dwyers

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    Commmon female occupations for Dwyers in 1921

    Laundress

    83

    Dressmaker

    77

    Tailoress

    59

    Servant

    52

    Charwoman

    50

    Commmon male occupations for Dwyers in 1921

    General Labourer

    116

    Tailor

    109

    Dock Labourer

    79

    Porter

    51

    Fireman

    49

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