Origins of the Writer surname

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    In 1921, most Writers lived in london

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    130 Writer Travel & migration records
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    Interesting facts about Writer

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    What are the most common Writer first names?

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    Sarah

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    Common jobs for Writers

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    Commmon female occupations for Writers in 1921

    Silk Weaver

    4

    Cook

    3

    Dressmaker

    3

    Fundholder

    3

    General Servant

    3

    Commmon male occupations for Writers in 1921

    Agricultural Labourer

    5

    Tailor

    5

    Apprentice Piano Forte Trade

    3

    Beer House Manager

    2

    Beer Retailer

    2

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