The History of Hendricks County (Chicago: Interstate Publishing, 1885)--Washington Township, page 754
Ellis Wood was born in Greene County, Pa., Feb. 23, 1827, a son of Isaac and Mary E. Wood, natives of Pennsylvania, his paternal ancestors being of English origin. His parents settled in Shelby County, Ind., in an early day, remaining there till their death. Ellis is the only one living of a family of ten children. He was reared in Shelby County, receiving his education in the district schools. His early life was spent on his father's farm, and since attaining manhood he has followed agricultural pursuits. He came to Hendricks County in 1862 and settled in Washington Township, where he now has a fine farm of 160 acres, substantial farm buildings, and a pleasant residence. Mr. Wood was married in November, 1849, to Martha Lee, daughter of James N. and Mary Lee, early settlers of Shelby County. To them have been born seven children, five of whom are living--Isaac J., James M., Mary E., Amanda N. and Joseph N. In politics Mr. Wood is a Democrat. He and his wife are members of the Baptist church.