Origins of the Octave surname

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    In 1921, most Octaves lived in london

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    Interesting facts about Octave

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    What are the most common Octave first names?

    Joseph

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    Kate

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    Common jobs for Octaves

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    Commmon female occupations for Octaves in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    Land Proprietor

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    Commmon male occupations for Octaves in 1921

    Semiskilled Occupations In Production Of Glass And Glass Products

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    Living On His Own Means

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    M.A. Sorbonne Paris Feby 79 Teacher Of French Etc Etc

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    Porters

    1

    Servant

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