This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Author: bella7114 Surnames: Bordenkecher, Martinez, St Joseph Home for the Friendless Classification: queries Message Board URL: http://boards.rootsweb.com/localities.northam.usa.states.illinois.unknown/3906.1.1.2.1.1/mb.ashx Message Board Post: Yes, They have explicit instructions on which ones to request and which ones they will release. I hope it just doesn't take forever to get the records back. I am just so excited that we have confirmation that the records do still exist and they can be received. My husband has mixed feelings.. about coming to closure maybe on this part of his life or will it open " Pandora's box" .. we shall see.. Important Note: The author of this message may not be subscribed to this list. If you would like to reply to them, please click on the Message Board URL link above and respond on the board.