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Karen

Karen Report 18 May 2006 08:33

Is it possible to find out where someone actually worked? For example I have on 1881 census a John Stafford - Bootmaker, can I find out if he had a shop etc. He is living in London Middlesex. Karen

Right said Fred

Right said Fred Report 18 May 2006 08:34

If you google historical directories -you could see if he is in one of those.

Heather

Heather Report 18 May 2006 09:02

First look at the census image and see if it says something like 'employer' or 'on own account' - this may mean he had premises. If not, then he is likely an employee and its not likely you will find him.