Origins of the Meighen surname

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    In 1921, most Meighens lived in north-east

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    Common jobs for Meighens

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    Commmon female occupations for Meighens in 1921

    General Servant

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    Dressmaker

    2

    General Servant Domestic

    2

    Home School

    2

    House Keeper

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Meighens in 1921

    Blacksmith

    3

    Apprentice Fitter

    2

    Coach Fitter

    2

    General Labourer

    2

    Grocer

    2

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