Origins of the McKinson surname

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    In 1921, most McKinsons lived in north-east

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    Common jobs for Mckinsons

    Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

    Common female occupations for Mckinsons in 1921

    Weaver Cotton

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    House Keeper

    4

    Cotton Spinner

    3

    Cotton Weaver

    3

    Dress Maker

    3

    Common male occupations for Mckinsons in 1921

    Coal Miner

    6

    Carter

    4

    Cotton Spinner

    3

    Agricultural Labourer

    2

    Coal Hewer Below

    2

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