I have found some interesting leads on (very early) Howitts of Long Eaton -- suggest you email me directly at rhysh@webone.com.au and I'll pass them on. I suspect we may be related somewhere far back.

FOLLOWUPS:

1. Howitts of Long Eaton - Davin Howitt - 8 Dec 2007
2. Howitt's of Long Eaton - Evelyn Zimmerman - 5 Dec 2008
3. Howitt's of Long Eaton - Evelyn Zimmerman - 5 Dec 2008
4. Howitts of Long Eaton - Davin Howitt - 11 Jan 2008
5. Howitt's of Long Eaton - Sue Phillips - 16 Jun 2009