Origins of the Heffernan surname

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    In 1921, most Heffernans lived in london

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    Common jobs for Heffernans

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    Commmon female occupations for Heffernans in 1921

    Charwoman

    8

    Laundress

    6

    None

    6

    At School

    3

    Brush Maker

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Heffernans in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    14

    Dock Labourer

    11

    Tinsmiths

    11

    General Labourer

    9

    Plasterer

    9

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