Origins of the Spellman surname

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    In 1921, most Spellmans lived in london

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    Common jobs for Spellmans

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    Common female occupations for Spellmans in 1921

    Cotton Weaver

    12

    Charwoman

    11

    Dressmaker

    8

    Housekeeper

    8

    General Servant

    7

    Common male occupations for Spellmans in 1921

    Coal Miner

    22

    General Labourer

    21

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    17

    Shoemaker

    13

    Coal Miner Hewer

    12

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