Origins of the Riles surname

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    In 1921, most Rileses lived in london

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    Common jobs for Rileses

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    Commmon female occupations for Rileses in 1921

    Dressmaker

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    Cotton Piecer

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    Cotton Winder

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    Fustian Cutter

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    Servant

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    Commmon male occupations for Rileses in 1921

    Boiler Maker

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    Farm Hands

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    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

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    Shoe Maker

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    Agricultural Labourer

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