This book is a collection of extracts from Una Howell Cook's memoir, Cymric Strain. She was married to George A. Cook, son of the publisher David C. Cook I. George was the publisher and creator of The Mother's Magazine.Una's memories in this book are from her days in Elgin, where she lived on Chapel Street before Chicago Street was paved. Her recollections include family descriptions as well as a vivid account of owning the third automobile in Elgin. Read this book for an unforgettable snapshot of Elgin life in the early 1900's.