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Rougher?

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Maxine

Maxine Report 12 Oct 2004 10:57

Many Thanks Geoff - it was a bit of a mystery!

Geoff

Geoff Report 11 Oct 2004 10:45

It appears to be an occupation in a Rolling Mill (iron and steel industry).

Maxine

Maxine Report 11 Oct 2004 10:30

Hello All I was just wondering if anyone knew what the occupation "Rougher" meant in the USA. My great grandfather was one in Youngstown Ohio in 1901 when he died! Regards Maxine