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Ron Iverson
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USA
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Posted - 15/08/2018 :  03:17:52  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
I would like help in translating occupations from 100+ years past, in Bergen...GoogleTranslate gives some nonsensical results. For the Norwegian o-slash I substitute oe. [1] dagloenner [2] bordarbeider [3]bygningssnedker [4]handelskontor [5]bestyrer [6] svend [7]handelsborger .

Any help appreciated.

Ron Iverson
Ronald A. Iverson

eibache
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Norway
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Posted - 15/08/2018 :  09:42:21  Show Profile  Reply with Quote
daglønner - day laborer
bordarbeider - sawmill worker
bygningssnedker - joiner
handelskontorist - trade clerk
betyrer - manager
svend - journeyman
handelsborger - person engaged in trading
Einar
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