Chimney Sweepers
Chim chim chere! Chimney cleaners, as seen in Mary Poppins, were quite common during and after the Industrial Revolution more than 100 years ago. Despite these facts, this profession still exists in certain parts of the world today, albeit in far lesser quantities.
Wealthy homeowners employed both young and older people to clear ash from their chimneys and keep their fireplaces in working order. However, this business began to decline as electric stoves and gas devices became more popular in homes.