Origins of the Dailey surname

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    In 1921, most Daileys lived in london

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    Common jobs for Daileys

    Men and women often performed different types of jobs, so these are displayed by gender to maintain their historical accuracy.

    Common female occupations for Daileys in 1921

    Dressmaker

    16

    Cotton Weaver

    12

    General Servant

    12

    Laundress

    12

    Charwoman

    11

    Common male occupations for Daileys in 1921

    Semiskilled Chauffeurs And Drivers

    82

    Farm Hands

    80

    Coal Miner

    40

    General Farmers

    36

    Tinsmiths

    30

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