My Dear Mr. Tucker:(60 ¶ 1)

Allow me just to say that Apex is in error in supposing that he has answered my question. It appears by his own comment that his Yes means that the plough-lender is entitled to pay for the wear and tear of the plough. I asked: Is he entitled to pay for its use? I marvel that he should overlook the distinction, for I had been careful to mark it in my first statement. When the question as I put it is answered, I shall be ready to answer the other, What of it? But I am still left to the mournful impression that my question is not answered.(60 ¶ 2)

Yours cordially,

J. M. L. Babcock.