To address Jim's question as to whether or not I've gotten my money back, no I have not. After I posted here on Friday, I sent an email off to John yet again (it had been quite awhile since I had done so), so far no reply. It is the weekend, however.
I've chatted with John at the Nationals a few different times over the years and personally got along with him just fine. He seems like a straight up guy. This is one of the reasons that I let this ride so long. There are other reasons as well. Once again, my mistake.
I want to thank Jim for bringing this issue to the fore, as this situation has bothered me for some time.
