A v. M

Schwartz, J. C. C.

This is an adoption proceeding.

Plaintiff A is domiciled and resides in New Jersey. The infant S, born August 27, 1957, resided with her and her late husband from July 3, 1959 until October 8, 1961, when the husband died. S has been living with her since. The infant was born in Connecticut, and her parents M and C are domiciled there. Plaintiff maintains that the mother (M) gave custody of S to her and her husband on July 3, 1959 with the intention that she “raise her as your own,” knowing “she’ll be in good hands.” To support this intent a letter from the mother dated July…