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I just noticed something on my 3x great grandparents marriage record.  My 3x Great Grandmother's occupation was listed as a Maiden. 

Can someone explain what this is.

Thanks,

Joanne

Wednesday 28th Jan 2015, 03:22AM

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  • Strrictly speaking a young unmarried woman. Having said that, you do see the term used in respect of older unmarried women eg maiden aunts. Unclaimed treasures as they are sometimes called.

    Ahoghill Antrim

    Wednesday 28th Jan 2015, 10:30AM
  • Thanks Elwyn,

    It just seemed very odd to see that listed as an occupation.

    Thanks!
    Jo

    Friday 30th Jan 2015, 02:06AM
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    Jo,

    Generally speaking, they didn't bother putting anything at all for a woman's occupation, as the majority didn't have one, and it was assumed she wouldn't have one. Perhaps the bride suggested it to the Registrar?

     

    Elwyn

     

    Ahoghill Antrim

    Friday 30th Jan 2015, 09:13AM

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