Origins of the Fowley surname

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    In 1921, most Fowleys lived in yorkshire

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    Common jobs for Fowleys

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    Commmon female occupations for Fowleys in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    6

    Dressmaker

    6

    Domestic Servant

    5

    House Servant

    5

    Servant

    5

    Commmon male occupations for Fowleys in 1921

    Coal Miner

    24

    General Labourer

    6

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

    Copper Smelter

    3

    Engine Fitter

    3

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