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Occupation Needle eyer

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David

David Report 13 Apr 2006 22:26

Would this bee somebody who makes holes in needles? 1891 census. David

Heather

Heather Report 13 Apr 2006 22:27

Blimey thats a good one Dave. Her poor eyes.

Esta

Esta Report 13 Apr 2006 22:33

EYER - one who made eyes in needles used for sewing. Sometimes called a Holer Must have had better eye sight than me ........I can't even thead them !!