1881 Census of England and Wales, Tables: Ages, Condition as to Marriage, Occupations and Birthplaces of people, Table 10 : " Occupations of Males and Females in the Division and its Registration Counties".

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OCCUPATIONS. Males.
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Females.
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1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 196 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Peer, M.P., Privy Councillor (not otherwise described) 1 Show data context -
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 44 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 29 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Police 77 Show data context -
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 30 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 15 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 22 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 9 Show data context -
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 1 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 4 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 2 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 593 Show data context 458 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 32 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 2 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 27 Show data context -
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Theological Student 2 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 9 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 24 Show data context -
  Law Student 4 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 52 Show data context -
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 32 Show data context -
  Dentist 3 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 26 Show data context -
  Midwife - 7 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 6 Show data context 40 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 178 Show data context 324 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 1 Show data context 47 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 8 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 8 Show data context -
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 5 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 3 Show data context -
  Civil Engineer 21 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 59 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 19 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 1 Show data context -
  Engraver (artist) 1 Show data context -
  Architect 9 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 37 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Art Student - 2 Show data context
  Photographer 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Actor 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 1 Show data context -
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 7 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 4 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 177 Show data context 3,954 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 57 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 12 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 61 Show data context 3,391 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 1 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 35 Show data context 83 Show data context
  College, Club Service 1 Show data context -
  Office Keeper (not Government) 7 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) - 4 Show data context
  Charwoman - 209 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 2 Show data context 256 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 1 Show data context 6 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 893 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Merchant 11 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 92 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 24 Show data context -
  Accountant 16 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 1 Show data context -
  Commercial Traveller 70 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Commercial Clerk 600 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Bank Service 23 Show data context -
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 3 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 53 Show data context -
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 1,922 Show data context 37 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Railway Guard 5 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 39 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 298 Show data context -
  Toll Collector, Turnpike Gate Keeper 6 Show data context -
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 1 Show data context -
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 58 Show data context -
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 545 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Inland Navigation Service 94 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 466 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Navigation Service (on shore) 2 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 11 Show data context -
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 119 Show data context -
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 75 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 191 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 1 Show data context 6 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 489 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 62 Show data context -
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 17 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 14 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 308 Show data context 30 Show data context
  Shepherd 3 Show data context -
  Land Drainage Service (not in towns) 1 Show data context -
  Agricultural Machine - Proprietor, Attendant 2 Show data context -
  Woodman 2 Show data context -
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 1 Show data context -
  Gardener (not domestic) 79 Show data context 1 Show data context
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 160 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 15 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 110 Show data context -
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 8 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Drover 5 Show data context -
  Gamekeeper 3 Show data context -
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 92 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 10 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 4 Show data context -
  Bookbinder 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Printer 71 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 1 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 1,490 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 158 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Millwright 30 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 318 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Boiler Maker 423 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Agricultural Machine and Implement Maker 104 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Domestic Machinery - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 282 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 4 Show data context -
  File Maker 48 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Saw Maker 2 Show data context -
  Pin Maker 2 Show data context -
  Domestic Implement Maker 14 Show data context -
  [Others] 2 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 30 Show data context -
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 1 Show data context -
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 7 Show data context -
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 4 Show data context -
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 36 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 17 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 5 Show data context -
  Toy Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 1,997 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Builder 58 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Carpenter, Joiner 408 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bricklayer 889 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Mason 70 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Slater, Tiler 23 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 32 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 1 Show data context -
  Plumber 39 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 280 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 47 Show data context 5 Show data context
  French Polisher 4 Show data context -
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 8 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 17 Show data context -
  Gas Fitter 115 Show data context 2 Show data context
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 1 Show data context -
  Artificial Flower Maker 2 Show data context 3 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 209 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Coachmaker 33 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 12 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 97 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 61 Show data context 1 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 116 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 113 Show data context -
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 1 Show data context -
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sail Maker - 1 Show data context
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 88 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ink, Blacking, Colour Substance Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 58 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Manufacturing Chemist 21 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Alkali Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Drysalter 3 Show data context 2 Show data context
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 19 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 14 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 1,808 Show data context 329 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 342 Show data context 60 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 1 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 8 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Maltster 81 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Brewer 165 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 52 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Cellarman 6 Show data context -
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 33 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 2 Show data context -
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 300 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 11 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Fishmonger 34 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Corn Miller 19 Show data context -
  Baker 101 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 48 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 114 Show data context 35 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Sugar Refiner 9 Show data context -
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 419 Show data context 117 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 21 Show data context 1 Show data context
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 157 Show data context 103 Show data context
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Silk, Silk Goods, Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Silk Dyer, Printer 1 Show data context -
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer - 2 Show data context
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Tape Manufacturer, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 7 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Mat Maker, Seller 2 Show data context -
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Weaver (undefined) 1 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Factory Hand (textile, undefined) - 1 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 1 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Manchester Warehouseman 1 Show data context -
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 126 Show data context 50 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer - 3 Show data context
  Embroiderer - 3 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 784 Show data context 1,788 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 18 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 1 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Tailor 188 Show data context 456 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 4 Show data context 1,101 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress - 125 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture 1 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 20 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker - 3 Show data context
  Button Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 489 Show data context 65 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 12 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 45 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others - 6 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 68 Show data context -
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 17 Show data context -
  Manure Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Furrier, Skinner 3 Show data context -
  Tanner, Fellmonger 16 Show data context -
  Currier 24 Show data context -
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Hair, Bristle - Worker, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Brush, Broom, Maker 2 Show data context -
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 229 Show data context 28 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Oil and Colourman 4 Show data context -
  Japanner 5 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 11 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 28 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sawyer 56 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 7 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 12 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 65 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture - 2 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 12 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Others 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 19,471 Show data context 4,975 Show data context
  Coal Miner 6,118 Show data context 55 Show data context
  Ironstone Miner 244 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Copper Miner 1 Show data context -
  Tin Miner 1 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 128 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Mine Service 113 Show data context 2 Show data context
  [Haulier] [not in Census Report but in codebook] 10 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 108 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Coalheaver 67 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Coke, Charcoal, Peat - Cutter, Burner, Dealer 89 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Gas Works Service 46 Show data context -
  Stone Quarrier 530 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 42 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Slate Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Limeburner 24 Show data context -
  Clay, Sand, Gravel, Chalk, Labourer, Dealer 28 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Well Sinker, Borer 33 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 5 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 447 Show data context 369 Show data context
  Paviour 2 Show data context -
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 1 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 54 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 2 Show data context -
  Platelayer 60 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 92 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 162 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 170 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 9 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 7 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 15 Show data context 2 Show data context
  [Iron Manufacture] 6,140 Show data context 126 Show data context
  [Steel Manufacture] 41 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Blacksmith 747 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Whitesmith 244 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Nail Manufacture 994 Show data context 3,528 Show data context
  Anchor, Chain Manufacture 1,361 Show data context 648 Show data context
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 68 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 459 Show data context 37 Show data context
  Copper, Copper Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 12 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 1 Show data context -
  [Tin Manufacture] 2 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 93 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 85 Show data context 6 Show data context
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 105 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 8 Show data context 4 Show data context
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 1 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 30 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 333 Show data context 101 Show data context
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 4 Show data context -
  Clasp, Buckle, Hinge Maker 34 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Others 99 Show data context 1 Show data context
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 4,771 Show data context 372 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 85 Show data context 116 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 34 Show data context 40 Show data context
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 76 Show data context 89 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 42 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 24 Show data context -
  General Labourer 3,037 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 705 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 515 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 11 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 227 Show data context 43 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 15 Show data context 22 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 24 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 5 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 8 Show data context -
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 5 Show data context -
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 408 Show data context 2,625 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 408 Show data context 2,625 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 862 Show data context 21,916 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 34 Show data context 16 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 828 Show data context 21,900 Show data context

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Notes:

The following notes to the table appeared in the original report.

1 This table is a very special case: The original Table 10 as published by Division in the 1881 census reports was limited to data for Registration Divisions, their component Registration Counties, and just those Urban Sanitary Districts with populations of over 50,000. Data presented here for counties and higher-level units are taken from the published reports, as usual, but we also include in A Vision of Britain through Time data for Registration Districts, sub-Districts and Civil Parishes which never appeared in the original reports. These were specially created for us by the History Data Service at the University of Essex and derive from the complete transcription of the individual-level Enumerators Book data coordinated by the Genealogical Society of Utah.
2 In creating these data, each occupation listed in the enumerators books has been assigned as far as possible to the relevant category used in the published reports, but some additional categories with labels in square brackets unavoidably appear. Unlike the published statistics for higher-level units, these specially-calculated data for districts and parishes include persons under 15 or over 65. For these and other reasons, no attempt has been made to ensure that county totals for the districts or parishes match the published county totals. The remaining notes are those that appeared below the original published table.
3 NOTE.--Persons returned as engaged in more than one occupation have been referred to the one that appeared to be of most importance; or if there was no difference in this respect, to the one first given by the person in his or her return. In some cases special rules have been followed: e.g. "Clergyman and Schoolmaster" in combination has always been referred to "Schoolmaster"; a Member of Parliament or Peer engaged in any branch of commerce or industry has always been referred to this latter, not to "Peer, M.P.".
4 The numbers returned under any heading include Labourers, Apprentices, and Assistants, as well as Masters, but not Clerks, Messengers, Errand boys, Porters, or Watchmen, for which occupations there are special headings. Civil, Military, and Naval Clerks, Law, Bank, Insurance, and Railway Clerks, and Government and Railway Porters, are, however, exceptions to this rule. Many young persons, being Apprentices or Assistants, have therefore been referred to occupations usually followed by adults. Women also, chiefly widows or orphans carrying on the business of their deceased husbands or fathers, will sometimes be found under occupations commonly followed by men only.
5 Persons returned as retired from any business have not been referred to that business. Inmates of workhouses have been referred to their trades, unless their age or infirmities showed that they were past work. But persons who might be supposed to be only temporarily separated from their usual employment, such as Prisoners, and Patients in General Hospitals, have been classed under their usual occupations.
6 In some cases, for convenience of space, the male designation, e.g. "Schoolmaster", alone is given, instead of "Schoolmaster, Schoolmistress".

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Acknowledgments:

We are grateful to the following contributors. If you make use of the data in your own work, please follow any instructions given here on acknowledgment and re-use.

(1) Kevin Schurer (Department of Geography, University of Cambridge). Role: editor. Restrictions on use: the data cannot be accessed, although the Vision of Britain system may present them graphically (any other use requires the contributor's permission.)

(2) Matthew Woollard (UK Data Service, University of Essex). Role: editor. Restrictions on use: the data cannot be accessed, although the Vision of Britain system may present them graphically (any other use requires the contributor's permission.)