Origins of the Glinister surname

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    In 1921, most Glinisters lived in south-west

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    What are the most common Glinister first names?

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    Common jobs for Glinisters

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    Commmon female occupations for Glinisters in 1921

    Bonnet Sewer

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    Agricultural Labourer

    1

    Cook Domestic Servant

    1

    General Servant

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    House Maid

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Glinisters in 1921

    Commercial Clerk

    4

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

    Assistant At Cafe

    2

    Grocer

    2

    At School

    1

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