Origins of the Jarvie surname

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    In 1921, most Jarvies lived in london

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    Common jobs for Jarvies

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    Common female occupations for Jarvies in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    43

    Dressmaker

    32

    Housekeeper

    26

    House Keeper

    19

    Weaver

    18

    Common male occupations for Jarvies in 1921

    Coal Miner

    168

    Joiner

    50

    Blacksmith

    48

    Ironstone Miner

    30

    Cotton Weaver

    29

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