Hi

I've come across several census records where Widows describe themselves as Paupers in the Occupation column. Does this have significant meaning? eg receiving relief under the provisions of the Poor Law, a definition provided my dictionary

thanks Brian

Yes Pauper defn.

http://www.forum.forest-of-dean.net/index.php?id=17756

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