In 1874, he married Maggie Johnston. Children of this union were five sons: Elmer Davis, Harold Davis, Aubrey Davis, Andrew Davis and Elihu James Davis Jr. and two daughters Mabel Davis and Edith Davis [wife of Alfred Webb]. Davis served on the council for King Township and was reeve from 1883 to 1886.
He married Maggie Johnston in 1874, resulting in five sons: Elmer, Harold, Aubrey, Andrew, and Elihu James Jr., along with two daughters Mabel and Edith. Davis was a local leader, holding the position of reeve for King Township from 1883 to 1886.