New York census, 1870

[Watson]

The occupation of a young man in the 1870 census of New York is entered as "vender".

What kind of work is it likely to mean?  Is it someone who sold things in the street, such as newspapers?

Thanks and regards,

Watson

[sbny357]

It would be better if you could provide a specific reference or attach an image of the page where this appears. Often, the word is not what it initially appears to be, and seeing it in context can help confirm the spelling and usage.

Steve

[Watson]

Thanks.  I'll leave it.

[Genealiza]

Synonyms for "vendor":  peddler, hawker
https://www.thesaurus.com/browse/vendor


Library of Congress video of street vendors in 1900 NYC
https://iowaculture.gov/history/education/educator-resources/primary-source-sets/industrial-revolution/push-cart-vendors

[Watson]

Much obliged for that, Genealiza.  I assume "vender" is just a variant spelling.

[Genealiza]

Apparently, "Vender" is an antiquated spelling of "Vendor".


1870-1900 census occupations:  hucksters/peddlers   3rd page down

https://www2.census.gov/library/publications/decennial/1900/occupations/occupations-part-5.pdf