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Author:  jmorrissey [ Fri Sep 01, 2017 8:20 pm ]
Post subject:  What's a dieter?

An antiquated term that pops up in the 1794-5 census and possibly the 1800 Carter census data. I think it means something along the lines of a kind of servant in a fishing room? Can anyone give a better definition? Thanks :?:

Author:  moss senior [ Fri Sep 01, 2017 10:08 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: What's a dieter?

A servant, as you thought.

Dieter
A new kind of servant who remained in Newfoundland through the winter, working for little more than room and board.

definition found on Heritage Newfoundland and Labrador. Here is the link
http://www.heritage.nf.ca/resources/glossary.php" onclick="window.open(this.href);return false;

L. Moss

Author:  jmorrissey [ Sun Sep 17, 2017 3:15 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: What's a dieter?

Thanks for the confirmation.

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