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Scotland (Counties as in 1851-1901) => Scotland => Lanarkshire => Topic started by: Lucinda12 on Monday 09 September 13 19:42 BST (UK)

Title: What is this occupation
Post by: Lucinda12 on Monday 09 September 13 19:42 BST (UK)

I came across this. A 10yr old girl who 'sews White Seams' does anyone know what that is?

Title: Re: What is this occupation
Post by: CaroleW on Monday 09 September 13 20:09 BST (UK)

Can you scan & post the extract so we can see it please

Title: Re: What is this occupation
Post by: Lizalex on Monday 09 September 13 20:14 BST (UK)

a white seam sewer was a seamstress who sewed white material such as sheets, pillow cases, etc. Seehttp://scotsfamily.com/occupations.htm

Title: Re: What is this occupation
Post by: Lucinda12 on Monday 09 September 13 20:21 BST (UK)

Thank you Lizalex! I had no idea what it meant! Thank for replying!

Title: Re: What is this occupation
Post by: Lizalex on Monday 09 September 13 20:26 BST (UK)

Glad to be able to help.  :)

Title: Re: What is this occupation
Post by: jess5athome on Monday 09 September 13 20:28 BST (UK)

You learn something new everyday,  ;)
Frank.