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".

List Middlesex RegC Chelsea RegD/PLPar
OCCUPATIONS. Males.
[1]
Females.
[2]
1. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE GENERAL OR LOCAL GOVERNMENT OF THE COUNTRY. 789 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Peer, M.P., Privy Councillor (not otherwise described) 15 Show data context -
  Civil Service (officers and clerks) 240 Show data context 21 Show data context
  Civil Service (messengers, &c.) 187 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Prison Service, &c. 3 Show data context -
  Police 306 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Municipal, Parish, Union, District, Officer 24 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Other Local or County Official 10 Show data context -
  East Indian and Colonial Service 4 Show data context -
2. PERSONS ENGAGED IN THE DEFENCE OF THE COUNTRY. 769 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Army Officer (effective/retired) 63 Show data context -
  Soldier and Non-commissioned officer 619 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Militia, Yeomanry, Volunteers 15 Show data context -
  Army Pensioner 47 Show data context -
  Navy Officer (effective/retired) 10 Show data context -
  Seaman, R.N. 7 Show data context -
  Navy Pensioner 8 Show data context -
3. PERSONS ENGAGED IN PROFESSIONAL OCCUPATIONS (WITH THEIR IMMEDIATE SUBORDINATES). 1,150 Show data context 1,129 Show data context
  Clergymen (Established Church) 38 Show data context -
  Roman Catholic Priest 5 Show data context -
  Minister, Priest of other religious bodies 15 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Missionary, Scripture Reader, Itinerant preacher 12 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Nun, Sister of Charity - 47 Show data context
  Theological Student 3 Show data context -
  Church, chapel, cemetery - officer, servant 15 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Barrister, Solicitor 81 Show data context -
  Law Student 14 Show data context -
  Law Clerk, and others connected with the law 131 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Physician, Surgeon, General Practitioner 59 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Dentist 28 Show data context -
  Medical Student, Assistant 43 Show data context -
  Midwife - 9 Show data context
  Subordinate Medical Service 6 Show data context 304 Show data context
  Schoolmaster 119 Show data context 349 Show data context
  Teacher, Professor, Lecturer 25 Show data context 166 Show data context
  School Service, and others connected with teaching 10 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Author, Editor, Journalist 35 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Reporter, Short-hand Writer 10 Show data context -
  Persons engaged in Scientific Pursuits 14 Show data context -
  Literary, Scientific, Institution, Service, &c. 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Civil Engineer 31 Show data context -
  Mining Engineer 2 Show data context -
  Land, House, Ship, Surveyor 18 Show data context -
  Painter (artist) 95 Show data context 42 Show data context
  Engraver (artist) 12 Show data context -
  Sculptor 24 Show data context -
  Architect 42 Show data context -
  Musician, Music Master 96 Show data context 71 Show data context
  Art Student 48 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Photographer 33 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Actor 27 Show data context 47 Show data context
  Art, Music, Theatre Service 15 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Performer, Showman, Exhibition, Service 9 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Billiard, Cricket & other Games, Service 23 Show data context -
4. PERSONS ENGAGED IN DOMESTIC OFFICES OR SERVICES. 1,556 Show data context 7,356 Show data context
  Domestic Coachman, Groom 248 Show data context -
  Domestic Gardener 17 Show data context -
  Domestic Indoor Servant 804 Show data context 4,812 Show data context
  Lodge, Gate, Park Keeper (not Government) 6 Show data context -
  Inn, Hotel Servant 285 Show data context 104 Show data context
  College, Club Service 12 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Office Keeper (not Government) 10 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Cook (not domestic) 23 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Charwoman 1 Show data context 498 Show data context
  Washing and Bathing Service 115 Show data context 1,903 Show data context
  Hospital and Institution Service 17 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Others engaged in Service 18 Show data context 1 Show data context
5. PERSONS ENGAGED IN COMMERCIAL OCCUPATIONS. 1,463 Show data context 67 Show data context
  Merchant 42 Show data context -
  Broker, Agent, Factor 101 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Auctioneer, Appraiser, Valuer, House Agent 43 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Accountant 49 Show data context -
  Salesman, Buyer (not otherwise specified) 33 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Commercial Traveller 150 Show data context -
  Commercial Clerk 926 Show data context 34 Show data context
  Officer of Commercial Company, Guild, Society &c. 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Banker 3 Show data context -
  Bank Service 50 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bill Discounter, Bill Broker, Finance Agent 4 Show data context -
  Life, House, Ship &c., Insurance Service 58 Show data context 4 Show data context
6. PERSONS ENGAGED IN CONVEYANCE OF MEN, GOODS, AND MESSAGES. 2,676 Show data context 24 Show data context
  Railway Engine Driver, Stoker 42 Show data context -
  Railway Guard 40 Show data context -
  Pointsman, Level Crossing Man 3 Show data context -
  Other Railway Officials and Servants 321 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Omnibus, Coach, Cab, Owner - Livery Stable Keeper 48 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cabman, Flyman, Coachman (not domestic) 651 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Carman, Carrier, Carter, Haulier 594 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Wheel Chair Proprietor, Attendant &c. 2 Show data context -
  Inland Navigation Service 5 Show data context -
  Bargeman, Lighterman, Waterman 103 Show data context -
  Navigation Service (on shore) 1 Show data context -
  Seaman (Merchant Service) 51 Show data context -
  Ship Steward, Cook 5 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Harbour, Dock, Wharf, Lighthouse Service 14 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Warehouseman (not Manchester) 81 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Messenger, Porter, Watchman (not Railway or Government) 699 Show data context -
  Telegraph, Telephone Service 16 Show data context 11 Show data context
7. PERSONS ENGAGED IN AGRICULTURE. 334 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Farmer, Grazier 19 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Farmer's, Grazier's - Son, Grandson, Brother, Nephew 1 Show data context -
  Farm Bailiff 4 Show data context -
  Agricultural Labourer, Farm Servant, Cottager 60 Show data context 10 Show data context
  Shepherd 3 Show data context -
  Others engaged in, or connected with agriculture 1 Show data context -
  Woodman 22 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Nurseryman, Seedsman, Florist 48 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Gardener (not domestic) 176 Show data context -
8. PERSONS ENGAGED ABOUT ANIMALS. 427 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Horse Proprietor, Breeder, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Groom, Horse-keeper, Horse-breaker 309 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Veterinary Surgeon, Farrier 81 Show data context -
  Cattle, Sheep, Pig - Dealer, Salesman 3 Show data context -
  Drover 3 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Gamekeeper 3 Show data context -
  Dog, Bird, Animal - Keeper, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Vermin Destroyer 1 Show data context -
  Fisherman 1 Show data context -
  Knacker, Catsmeat Dealer &c &c. 12 Show data context 2 Show data context
9. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN BOOKS, PRINTS, AND MAPS. 338 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Publisher, Bookseller, Librarian 73 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Music-Publisher, Seller, Printer 12 Show data context -
  Bookbinder 39 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Printer 189 Show data context -
  Newspaper Agent, News Room Keeper 11 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Lithographer, Lithographic Printer 12 Show data context -
  Map and Print - Colourer, Seller 2 Show data context -
10. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN MACHINES AND IMPLEMENTS. 457 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Engine, Machine Maker 96 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Millwright 7 Show data context -
  Fitter, Turner (Engine and Machine) 131 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Boiler Maker 4 Show data context -
  Tool Maker, Dealer 6 Show data context -
  Cutler, Scissors Maker 5 Show data context -
  File Maker 1 Show data context -
  Saw Maker 6 Show data context -
  Watch Maker, Clock Maker 58 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Philosophical Instrument Maker 10 Show data context -
  Electrical Apparatus Maker 11 Show data context -
  Weighing and Measuring Apparatus Maker 13 Show data context -
  Surgical Instrument Maker 7 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Gunsmith, Gun Manufacturer 6 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ordnance Manufacturer 1 Show data context -
  Musical Instrument Maker, Dealer 71 Show data context -
  Type Cutter, Founder 4 Show data context -
  Die, Seal, Coin, Medal Maker 6 Show data context -
  Toy Maker, Dealer 4 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Apparatus for other games, Maker, Dealer 10 Show data context 1 Show data context
11. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN HOUSES, FURNITURE, AND DECORATIONS. 5,130 Show data context 148 Show data context
  Builder 160 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Carpenter, Joiner 1,284 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Bricklayer 684 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Mason 345 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Slater, Tiler 14 Show data context -
  Plasterer, Whitewasher 357 Show data context -
  Paperhanger 74 Show data context -
  Plumber 334 Show data context -
  Painter, Glazier 1,145 Show data context 7 Show data context
  Cabinet Maker 258 Show data context 97 Show data context
  French Polisher 65 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Furniture Broker, Dealer 31 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Locksmith, Bellhanger 19 Show data context -
  Gas Fitter 167 Show data context -
  House and Shop Fittings - Maker, Dealer 68 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Funeral Furniture Maker, Undertaker 16 Show data context -
  Others 5 Show data context -
  Wood Carver 20 Show data context -
  Carver, Gilder 56 Show data context -
  Dealer in Works of Art 11 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Figure, Image - Maker, Dealer 13 Show data context -
  Animal, Bird &c. Preserver, Naturalist 3 Show data context -
  Artificial Flower Maker 1 Show data context 11 Show data context
12. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CARRIAGES AND HARNESS. 290 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Coachmaker 144 Show data context -
  Railway Carriage, Railway Wagon, Maker 9 Show data context -
  Wheelwright 50 Show data context -
  Bicycle, Tricycle - Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Others 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Saddler, Harness, Whip Maker 81 Show data context 3 Show data context
13. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN SHIPS AND BOATS. 17 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Ship, Boat, Barge Builder 14 Show data context -
  Shipwright, Ship Carpenter (ashore) 2 Show data context -
  Ship Rigger, Chandler, Fitter 1 Show data context -
  Sail Maker - 1 Show data context
14. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN CHEMICALS AND COMPOUNDS. 70 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Dye, Paint Manufacture 6 Show data context -
  Fusee, Fireworks, Explosive Article Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Chemist, Druggist 56 Show data context -
  Manufacturing Chemist 5 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Drysalter 2 Show data context -
15. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TOBACCO AND PIPES. 51 Show data context 29 Show data context
  Tobacco Manufacture, Tobacconist 44 Show data context 27 Show data context
  Tobacco Pipe, Snuff Box &c. Maker 7 Show data context 2 Show data context
16. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN FOOD AND LODGING. 1,764 Show data context 275 Show data context
  Innkeeper, Hotel Keeper, Publican 107 Show data context 16 Show data context
  Lodging, Boarding House Keeper 31 Show data context 122 Show data context
  Coffee, Eating House, Keeper 36 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Hop - Merchant, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Maltster 1 Show data context -
  Brewer 32 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Beerseller, Ale, Porter, Cider Dealer 44 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Cellarman 32 Show data context -
  Wine, Spirit - Merchant, Agent 45 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Milkseller, Dairyman 178 Show data context 17 Show data context
  Cheesemonger, Butterman 77 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Butcher, Meat Salesman 240 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Provision Curer, Dealer 31 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Poulterer, Game Dealer 23 Show data context -
  Fishmonger 112 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Corn, Flour, Seed Merchant, Dealer 21 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Corn Miller 6 Show data context -
  Baker 289 Show data context 15 Show data context
  Confectioner, Pastrycook 56 Show data context 20 Show data context
  Greengrocer, Fruiterer 159 Show data context 18 Show data context
  Mustard, Vinegar, Spice, Pickle Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Sugar Refiner 2 Show data context -
  Grocer. Tea, Coffee, Chocolate Maker, Dealer 233 Show data context 26 Show data context
  Ginger Beer, Mineral Water Manufacturer, Dealer 6 Show data context -
17. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN TEXTILE FABRICS. 296 Show data context 203 Show data context
  Woolstapler 1 Show data context -
  Woollen Cloth Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Cloth, Worsted, Stuff, Flannel, Blanket Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Silk Dyer, Printer 1 Show data context -
  Silk Merchant, Dealer 7 Show data context -
  Cotton, Cotton Goods Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Cotton, Calico - Printer, Dyer, Bleacher 9 Show data context -
  Cotton, Calico - Warehouseman, Dealer 1 Show data context -
  Flax, Linen - Manufacturer, Dealer 3 Show data context -
  Lace Manufacturer, Dealer 2 Show data context 22 Show data context
  Rope, Twine, Cord - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Mat Maker, Seller 3 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Sacking, Sack, Bag - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Others working and Dealing in Hemp 1 Show data context -
  Weaver (undefined) 2 Show data context -
  Dyer, Printer, Scourer, Bleacher, Calenderer (undefined) 24 Show data context 12 Show data context
  Carpet, Rug Manufacture 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Draper, Linen Draper, Mercer 221 Show data context 130 Show data context
  Fancy Goods (Textile) Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 3 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Trimming Maker, Dealer 3 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Embroiderer 1 Show data context 20 Show data context
18. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN DRESS. 1,131 Show data context 2,445 Show data context
  Hatter, Hat Manufacture 18 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Straw - Hat, Bonnet, Plait Manufacture 1 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Tailor 468 Show data context 131 Show data context
  Milliner, Dressmaker, Staymaker 18 Show data context 2,015 Show data context
  Shirt Maker, Seamstress 7 Show data context 198 Show data context
  Hosiery Manufacture 2 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Hosier, Haberdasher 24 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Glover, Glove Maker 3 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Shoe, Boot - Maker, Dealer 504 Show data context 43 Show data context
  Patten, Clog Maker 1 Show data context -
  Wig Maker, Hair Dresser 68 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Umbrella, Parasol, Stick - Maker, Dealer 8 Show data context 13 Show data context
  Accoutrement Maker 4 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Old Clothes Dealer, and others 5 Show data context 11 Show data context
19. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS ANIMAL SUBSTANCES. 80 Show data context 11 Show data context
  Tallow Chandler, Candle, Grease Manufacture 2 Show data context -
  Soap Boiler, Maker 2 Show data context -
  Manure Manufacture 1 Show data context -
  Bone, Horn, Ivory, Tortoise-shell - Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Comb Maker 1 Show data context -
  Furrier, Skinner 13 Show data context -
  Tanner, Fellmonger 1 Show data context -
  Currier 17 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Leather Goods, Portmanteau, Bag, Strap &c., Maker, Dealer 20 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Hair, Bristle - Worker, Dealer - 2 Show data context
  Brush, Broom, Maker 19 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Quill, Feather - Dresser, Dealer 2 Show data context 4 Show data context
20. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS VEGETABLE SUBSTANCES. 390 Show data context 51 Show data context
  Oil Miller, Oil Cake - Maker, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Oil and Colourman 58 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Floor Cloth, Oil Cloth Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Japanner 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Waterproof Goods - Maker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
  Willow, Cane, Rush Worker, Dealer, Basketmaker 7 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Hay, Straw (not plait), Chaff, Cutter, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Timber, Wood - Merchant, Dealer 56 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Sawyer 36 Show data context -
  Lath, Wooden Fence, Hurdle Maker 20 Show data context -
  Wood Turner, Box Maker 13 Show data context -
  Cooper, Hoop Maker, Bender 16 Show data context -
  Cork, Bark - Cutter, Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Paper Manufacture 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Envelope Maker - 3 Show data context
  Stationer, Law Stationer 58 Show data context 31 Show data context
  Paper Stainer 81 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Paper Box, Paper Bag Maker 6 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Ticket, Label Writer 5 Show data context -
  Others 5 Show data context -
21. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN VARIOUS MINERAL SUBSTANCES. 1,137 Show data context 33 Show data context
  Coal Miner 4 Show data context -
  Miner, in other or undefined Minerals 6 Show data context -
  Mine Service 1 Show data context -
  Coal Merchant 32 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Coalheaver 56 Show data context -
  Gas Works Service 74 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Stone Quarrier 1 Show data context -
  Stone Cutter, Dresser, Dealer 16 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Slate Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Limeburner 1 Show data context -
  Plaster, Cement Manufacture 3 Show data context -
  Brick, Tile - Maker, Burner, Dealer 23 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Paviour 38 Show data context -
  Road Contractor, Surveyor, Inspector 1 Show data context -
  Road Labourer 16 Show data context -
  Railway Contractor 2 Show data context -
  Platelayer 25 Show data context -
  Railway Labourer, Navvy 49 Show data context -
  Others 3 Show data context -
  Earthenware, China, Porcelain, Manufacture 27 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Glass Manufacture 16 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Earthenware, China, Glass Dealer 17 Show data context 9 Show data context
  Waterworks Service 10 Show data context -
  Others 3 Show data context -
  Goldsmith, Silversmith, Jeweller 76 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Gold, Silver, Beater 7 Show data context -
  Lapidary 1 Show data context -
  Others 4 Show data context 1 Show data context
  [Iron Manufacture] 121 Show data context 1 Show data context
  [Steel Manufacture] 1 Show data context -
  Blacksmith 221 Show data context -
  Whitesmith 56 Show data context -
  Nail Manufacture 4 Show data context -
  Ironmonger. Hardware Dealer, Merchant 68 Show data context 2 Show data context
  Other Iron and Steel Manufacture 8 Show data context -
  [Coppersmith] 3 Show data context -
  Tin, Tin Plate, Tin Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 25 Show data context -
  Zinc, Zinc Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 30 Show data context -
  Lead, Leaden Goods - Manufacturer, Worker, Dealer 2 Show data context -
  Metal Refiner, Worker, Turner, Dealer 5 Show data context -
  Brass, Bronze Manufacture. Brazier 53 Show data context -
  Metal Burnisher, Lacquerer 1 Show data context -
  White Metal, Plated Ware, Manufacture. Pewterer 1 Show data context -
  Wire Maker, Worker, Weaver, Drawer 16 Show data context -
  Bolt, Nut, Rivet, Screw, Staple Maker 2 Show data context -
  Lamp, Lantern, Candlestick Maker 5 Show data context -
  Others 1 Show data context -
22. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN GENERAL OR UNSPECIFIED COMMODITIES. 2,584 Show data context 278 Show data context
  General Shopkeeper, Dealer 171 Show data context 107 Show data context
  Pawnbroker 61 Show data context -
  Costermonger, Huckster, Street Seller 49 Show data context 14 Show data context
  Manufacturer, Manager, Superintendant (undefined) 47 Show data context 5 Show data context
  Contractor (undefined) 16 Show data context 2 Show data context
  General Labourer 1,898 Show data context 19 Show data context
  Engine Driver, Stoker, Fireman (not railway, marine or agricultural) 131 Show data context 1 Show data context
  Artizan, Mechanic (undefined) 142 Show data context 23 Show data context
  Apprentice (undefined) 23 Show data context 8 Show data context
  Factory Labourer (undefined) 33 Show data context 4 Show data context
  Machinist, Machine Worker (undefined) 13 Show data context 95 Show data context
23. PERSONS WORKING AND DEALING IN REFUSE MATTERS. 96 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Town Drainage Service 5 Show data context -
  Chimney Sweep, Soot Merchant 62 Show data context 3 Show data context
  Scavenger, Crossing Sweeper 22 Show data context -
  Rag Gatherer, Dealer 7 Show data context -
24. PERSONS WITHOUT SPECIFIED OCCUPATIONS. 797 Show data context 2,057 Show data context
  Persons returned by Property, Rank &c. and not special occupation 797 Show data context 2,057 Show data context
[UNKNOWN OCCUPATION] 804 Show data context 13,639 Show data context
  [Occupation recorded but of unknown meaning] 26 Show data context 12 Show data context
  [Blank field, or illegible] 778 Show data context 13,627 Show data context

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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