Origins of the McGlynn surname

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    In 1921, most McGlynns lived in london

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    Common jobs for Mcglynns

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    Commmon female occupations for Mcglynns in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    15

    Dressmaker

    10

    House Keeper

    9

    General Servant Domestic

    7

    Charwoman

    6

    Commmon male occupations for Mcglynns in 1921

    General Labourer

    40

    Cotton Spinner

    17

    Platelayer

    13

    Tailor

    13

    Bricklayers Labourer

    12

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