On page 902, in History of Crawford Co., PA, 1885 in the Biographical Sketch section for Mead Township.

"Robert L. Waid (deceased) was born May 1, 1826, in Riceville, Crawford Co., Penn., and was brother of F. C. Waid, whose sketch appears in this volume. He received a common school education, was brought up on a farm, and during life was engaged as a tiller of the soil. Mr. Waid was married October 16, 1852, to Almeda Wheeler, a daughter of Abram and Amanda (Taylor) Wheeler, who were the parents of ten children, viz.: Lorenda, Lorenzo, Elisah T., Roxana, Elvira, Phoebe M., Samantha, Elijah M., Almeda and William V. This union was blessed with three children: Orlanda, Nick P., and Ira (deceased). Our subject died June 17, 1880, deeply regretted by many friends and neighbors. His widow is now residing on the farm in Mead Township which was improved by him. He was a member of the K. of H.; in politics a Republican. In early life he was somewhat remarkable as a successful trainer of steers and oxen on the farm, and in after years in the breaking and training of horses. He was a model farmer, and neatness and perfect order in all things were prominent features upon all parts of his farm. It is through the generosity and family respect of his brother, Mr. F.C. Waid, that his portrait appears in this history."