Origins of the Gross surname

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    In 1921, most Grosses lived in london

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    Common jobs for Grosses

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    Common female occupations for Grosses in 1921

    Dressmaker

    28

    Tailoress

    26

    Living On Own Means

    23

    Private Means

    17

    General Servant

    16

    Common male occupations for Grosses in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    143

    Farm Hands

    142

    General Farmers

    75

    Tinsmiths

    64

    Skilled Occupations In Manufacture Of Electrical Machinery And Accessories

    54

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