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

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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