Eli Wood

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Posted By: Gordon Felland (email)
Date: 1/8/2006 at 18:56:23

Eli Wood also settled in Hartland township in the spring of 1856. He located upon a part of section 9. Mr. Wood had been a soldier of the war with Mexico, and serving under the command of that gallant hero, General Worth, used all his influence when this county was to be named to have it called after that brave and deserving officer. Mr. Wood was one of the most prominent men of his day, and was considerably interested in the early township politics. During the late civil war he enlisted in company A, 21st regiment, Iowa Infantry, and died while in active service. He was a great favorite with all who knew him and respected by all.

Source: History of Mitchell and Worth Counties, Iowa, 1883, page 769