PIERCE, Franklin (1804-1869). Autograph letter signed ("Franklin Pierce"), as President, to Hon. John Aiken. Andover, MA, 27 March 1856. 2 pages, 8vo, on blind embossed Platner & Porter Congress stationery, creased, one fold between "nk" in signature, one letters smudged, short marginal tear. Pierce writes his wife's sister's husband about a $10,000 loan, and sending regrets that the recipient won't be able to visit in the spring.