Origins of the Skermer surname

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    In 1921, most Skermers lived in east-midlands

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    Common jobs for Skermers

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    Commmon female occupations for Skermers in 1921

    Domestic Servant

    4

    Seamstress

    4

    Hat Trimmer

    2

    Housemaid

    2

    Housewife

    2

    Commmon male occupations for Skermers in 1921

    Farmer

    11

    Agricultural Labourer

    5

    Boot & Shoe Maker

    3

    Bricklayer

    3

    Coal Miner

    3

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