Origins of the Essenhigh surname

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    In 1921, most Essenhighs lived in south-east

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    Mary

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    Common jobs for Essenhighs

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    Commmon female occupations for Essenhighs in 1921

    Milliner

    3

    Tailoress

    3

    Draper's Assistant

    2

    Dressmaker

    2

    Factory Girl Cotton Winder

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Essenhighs in 1921

    Carpenter

    6

    Engine Fitter

    6

    Clothiers Cutter

    4

    Able Seaman

    3

    Fitter

    3

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