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Occupation-Domes?

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Emma

Emma Report 25 Jun 2008 10:13

Hi
I'm trying to find my Great-Grandmother on the 1901 census. There are a few but one of them states her occupation as 'Domes'. Does anyone know what this is? Thank you Emma

Mick from the Bush

Mick from the Bush Report 25 Jun 2008 10:31

Domestic or domestic servant.

Emma

Emma Report 25 Jun 2008 10:34

Ah, then it's definitely her. My dad said she was a servant. Her name was Lily Cheesman. Not sure of her Y.O.B but circa 1885.

Alistair

Alistair Report 25 Jun 2008 14:28

Hi Emma

Don't rush to that conclusion. In 1901, "domestic servant" was one of the main occupations for women.

Alistair