Elwood fought in World War I at the same time as Oren. Although they did not fight together, they ended up in the same hospital after the war.
After the war he went to Detroit, and went to work for Ford as a middle-level executive. He had two significant woman in his life, although he was never married.
After retirement he owned an apartment building. He was a collector kitchen related items. He favorite activities were attending horse races and fine restaurant dining.