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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
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Thanks Elwyn,
It just seemed very odd to see that listed as an occupation.
Thanks!
Jo -
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