Origins of the Gimbel surname

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    In 1921, most Gimbels lived in northern-ireland

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    Common jobs for Gimbels

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    Commmon female occupations for Gimbels in 1921

    Coat Machinest

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    General Industry Clerks

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    Living On Own Means

    1

    Machinist

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    Staymaker

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Gimbels in 1921

    Farm Hands

    3

    Tinsmiths

    3

    Clerks

    2

    Electricians

    2

    General Industry Clerks

    2

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