Origins of the Findlow surname

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    In 1921, most Findlows lived in north-west

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    Common jobs for Findlows

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    Commmon female occupations for Findlows in 1921

    Silk Piecer

    16

    Silk Winder

    15

    Silk Weaver

    14

    Dressmaker

    12

    House Servant

    6

    Commmon male occupations for Findlows in 1921

    Silk Weaver

    29

    Joiner

    21

    Sawyer

    17

    House Painter

    14

    General Labourer

    13

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