This is a Message Board Post that is gatewayed to this mailing list. Surnames: Mallen;kender Classification: Lookup Message Board URL: http://boards.ancestry.com/mbexec/msg/rw/DYB.2ACE/2352 Message Board Post: Need help to find petition papers for adoption of my father (desceased) in Summit Co.He was to be adopted by a James and Ruth Mallen from Akron.Papers were said to be dated 6-16-1927 but were dismissed on 6-29-29.Would like to get a copy of petition. My father was illegitimate.Born to a Anna Kender. His name at time was Frederick J. Kender.At some point his name became Frederick J.Kendra, which was what he went by.He was born 3-14-25 He went by 5-12-25 (maybe christening date?)not sure.Any help would be appreciated. Thanks!