Origins of the Reavy surname

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    In 1921, most Reavys lived in north-west

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    John

    Hugh

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    Elizabeth

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    Common jobs for Reavys

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    Commmon female occupations for Reavys in 1921

    Jute Spinner

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    House Keeper

    2

    Machinist

    2

    Toffy Shop

    2

    Agricultural Labourer

    1

    Commmon male occupations for Reavys in 1921

    Assisting In Father's Business

    3

    Baker

    3

    Blacksmith

    3

    Mariner

    3

    Shoemaker

    3

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