Origins of the Oatey surname

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    In 1921, most Oateys lived in south-west

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    Common jobs for Oateys

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    Commmon female occupations for Oateys in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    Charwoman

    5

    Living On Own Means

    5

    General Servant

    4

    General Servant Domestic

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Oateys in 1921

    Tin Miner

    12

    Engine Fitter

    6

    Coal Miner

    5

    Farmer

    4

    Carpenter

    3

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