Origins of the McGain surname

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    In 1921, most McGains lived in london

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    John

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    Margaret

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    Common jobs for Mcgains

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    Commmon female occupations for Mcgains in 1921

    Tailoress

    3

    Annuitant

    2

    Cal Weaver

    2

    Scholar At Home

    2

    Servant

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Mcgains in 1921

    Master

    13

    Mate

    4

    Porter

    4

    Agricultural Labourer

    3

    Cotton Spinner

    3

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