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Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869 to Mary A. Aiken re: weariness, loneliness, & a political appointment

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Gilder Lehrman Collection #: GLC02793.029 Author/Creator: Pierce, Franklin, 1804-1869 Place Written: Washington, District of Columbia Type: Autograph letter signed Date: 1853/08/26 Pagination: 4 p. : Height: 21 cm, Width: 17 cm Order a Copy

Written as President to his sister. He complains of being beset by problems, especially now that Webster has left for New England.

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