I have been using the Free part of this site [ https://search.findmypast.co.uk/search-united-kingdom-records ] to collect all the names of lace makers in Devon from the censuses. The idea is that those with sets of initials on their bobbins will be able to consult this list and "try" and match up the names of the lace makers. I suspect this will be difficult and require some patience! But I hope it will be a resource.
However I discovered that Occupation and county was not transcribed into these two data bases of the census. (1871, 1841) "IF" you have a subscription you can report this to them (see below) I will leave the matter with you to see if there is a kind soul with asubscption that might feel comfortable doing this. I have all the names for the other censuses. This is Find My pats, reply to my query.: Regarding the 1871 Census & 1841 Census During the transcription process the occupation and birth place were not captured, it was only the following that was transcribed:- Name Age Relationship to head of household Sex County of Birth If you have an active subscription it is possible to report transcription errors and add details of occupation/ County, which anyone with a subscription is able to do. Thank you Brian _____ I am using the Free version of SPAMfighter <http://www.spamfighter.com/len> . SPAMfighter has removed 80 of my spam emails to date. Do you have a slow PC? <http://www.spamfighter.com/SLOW-PCfighter?cid=sigen> Try a free scan! - To unsubscribe send email to majord...@arachne.com containing the line: unsubscribe lace y...@address.here. For help, write to arachne.modera...@gmail.com. Photo site: http://www.flickr.com/photos/lacemaker/sets/
