39 conversations found
On February 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 7:57 pm to 8:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger coordinated logistics for upcoming travel schedules, including Vice President Agnew's itinerary and Kissinger's planned return from Asia. They discussed the Vietnam peace process, specifically authorizing Ronald Ziegler to announce negotiations for a ceasefire in Paris, and agreed that Kissinger should visit Laos to leverage a ceasefire there. Additionally, they deliberated on diplomatic strategy regarding King Hussein of Jordan and how to manage a potential secret meeting with Egyptian representatives without triggering excessive interference from the State Department.
On February 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an urgent call to Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman. Upon learning that Haldeman was unavailable until late evening, the President declined the operator’s offer to page him. The exchange ended without further action regarding the call.
On February 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to William E. Timmons. The exchange serves solely as an administrative bridge to connect the President with his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded during this brief communication.
On February 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:17 pm and 11:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-214 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to cancel a planned call to William E. Timmons, who was attending a reception at the Capitol Hill Club. The President decided not to pursue the contact, choosing to let the matter go for the evening. No further actions or significant developments resulted from this brief communication.
On February 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:03 pm to 9:33 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 848-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to discuss administrative messaging, media strategy, and responses to recent congressional and public relations challenges. They reviewed the status of legislative impoundment, personnel moves involving Herbert G. Klein, and press coverage of Vice President Spiro Agnew’s travels and the Vietnam cease-fire. Nixon emphasized the need for a firm, coordinated stance against critics of his administration’s amnesty policy while instructing Ziegler on how to manage personal media inquiries and cultivate favorable press relationships.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:32 am and 9:08 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review preparations for an upcoming meeting with King Hussein of Jordan. Nixon expressed dissatisfaction with the length of the provided briefing materials and directed Bull to condense the reports into a more manageable two-page summary. This interaction highlights Nixon's specific requirements for executive briefing documents and his time-constrained approach to managing his daily schedule.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:32 am and 9:08 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate compassionate assistance for a White House staffer named Fate Suber. Nixon expressed concern over Suber’s ongoing health struggles and mental state following a heart attack. The President directed Bull to finalize arrangements for Suber and his wife to spend time at Camp David, specifically tasking him with coordinating military support and lodge accommodations.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:32 am and 9:08 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s daily schedule, including arrangements for a meeting with King Hussein of Jordan and a briefing with Henry Kissinger regarding his upcoming trip to Southeast Asia. The discussion also addressed press strategy regarding the administration's impoundment of funds, specifically highlighting the need to frame these actions as consistent with previous presidencies. Nixon directed Bull to clear the afternoon agenda and organize talking points for an upcoming meeting with Republican Congressional leadership concerning federal spending.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:08 am to 9:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met to coordinate administrative details for upcoming White House events, including seating arrangements and guest lists for state dinners honoring the King of Jordan and Golda Meir. They discussed the potential inclusion of various political figures and guests, as well as scheduling a tea for Alice Roosevelt Longworth. Additionally, the President expressed frustration regarding the delayed Navy discharge of David Eisenhower, accusing Secretary of the Navy John Warner of politicizing the process.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John D. Ehrlichman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:19 am to 9:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman to discuss the potential mishandling of David Eisenhower's Navy discharge and the broader political performance of Secretary of the Navy John Warner. The participants also strategized on how to counter the Ervin Committee's Watergate investigation by broadening its scope to include past political campaigns, and they coordinated a messaging plan to defend the administration's impoundment of budget funds. Finally, the group reviewed legislative priorities and briefing materials for an upcoming meeting with Republican Congressional leaders.
On February 6, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:35 am and 11:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-012 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman met with unidentified individuals in the Oval Office to address the retrieval of a forgotten item. The discussion was brief and concluded before the participants departed the office. No significant policy developments or strategic decisions were recorded during this engagement.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Republican Congressional leaders, including Hugh Scott, Robert P. Griffin, Wallace F. Bennett, William E. Brock, III, John G. Tower, Gerald R. Ford, Leslie C. Arends, John B. Anderson, Samuel L. Devine, Barber B. Conable, Jr., Robert C. ("Bob") Wilson, George H. W. Bush, Roy L. Ash, John D. Ehrlichman, William E. Timmons, Richard K. Cook, Thomas C. Korologos, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Kenneth R. Cole, Jr., met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 9:35 am and 11:16 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 112-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Republican congressional leaders to discuss his administration's legislative priorities, focusing primarily on securing support for a fiscally responsible budget. He emphasized the necessity of cutting spending and utilizing presidential vetoes to combat inflation and avoid tax increases, framing these actions as essential for the nation's economic stability. Additionally, the President and the leaders engaged in an extensive review of recent foreign policy, specifically highlighting the significance of the Vietnam cease-fire and the strategic importance of U.S. global leadership.
L. Dean Brown, Henry A. Kissinger, and unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 11:16 am on February 6, 1973 and 7:57 am on February 8, 1973. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 112-005 of the White House Tapes.
L. Dean Brown and Henry A. Kissinger met to finalize the complex logistics and protocol for a state dinner hosted by President Nixon for King Hussein ibn Talal of Jordan. The discussion covered sensitive arrangements for the arrival ceremony, seating protocols for the King and Queen, and the selection of entertainment to ensure the event's success. The participants also touched upon broader diplomatic concerns, including the status of foreign dignitaries and the presentation of credentials by various ambassadors.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:16 am to 11:17 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to provide specific tactical instructions regarding the administration's messaging on impoundment. Nixon emphasized the necessity of leading press conferences with a clear articulation of the administration's stance on withholding funds. This directive aimed to ensure Ziegler maintained a consistent and assertive public narrative during upcoming media engagements.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:17 am and 11:34 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming schedule with King Hussein of Jordan before consulting with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The discussion focused on Ziegler’s recent press briefing regarding presidential impoundment of budget funds and the administration's frustration with media coverage. Nixon and Ziegler strategized on how to better communicate the administration's fiscal policy to the press by drawing direct comparisons to the practices of previous administrations.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, King Hussein ibn Talal, White House operator, Ronald L. Ziegler, Henry A. Kissinger, and Zaid al-Rifai met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:34 am to 12:38 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, King Hussein of Jordan, Henry Kissinger, and Zaid al-Rifai met to discuss the Middle East peace process and bilateral US-Jordanian relations, including military and economic aid requirements. The participants analyzed the regional security environment, specifically the influence of the Soviet Union, the threat posed by Iraq and Syria, and the potential for private, rather than public, negotiations between Jordan and Israel. Nixon committed to reviewing Jordan's urgent budgetary and military aid requests sympathetically, while Kissinger coordinated follow-up channels to maintain progress on peace negotiations.
On February 6, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:38 pm and 12:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-013 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified individual met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to facilitate a brief, informal arrangement regarding personnel or scheduling. The participants discussed the logistics of meeting a specific woman, identified by a numeric reference code, as part of an unspecified internal coordination task. The brief four-minute exchange concluded with the participants confirming the meeting details before exiting the office.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:42 pm to 12:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed various administrative matters, focusing on establishing a standard practice for preparing summaries of the President's meetings with foreign dignitaries to improve efficiency. They discussed scheduling for upcoming White House events, including the swearing-in ceremony for John T. Dunlop and meetings regarding tax policy. Additionally, the President issued instructions for streamlining correspondence and handling personnel matters and nominations, including those of Jack O. Horton and John H. Kyl.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:48 pm and 12:51 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed protocol and security arrangements for an upcoming state dinner hosting King Hussein of Jordan. The pair focused on logistics regarding vehicle transport and seating for the official party to avoid potential security risks and crowd management issues. Nixon directed Bull to handle these instructions carefully so that the guests would not be offended by the revised itinerary.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:51 pm to 1:23 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed several administrative and political matters, including the handling of David Eisenhower's military service discharge and strategies for managing the upcoming Senate Watergate hearings. Nixon emphasized the need for simpler, more effective public relations messaging regarding the federal budget and impoundments, criticizing current staff for failing to communicate in concise, "grabby" terms. They also assessed the legislative landscape and the potential for a more bipartisan approach to the Watergate committee structure while planning future Cabinet engagement and press strategies.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 1:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction serves as a brief logistical exchange to initiate communication with another party. No substantive policy or political discussions occur during this short administrative connection.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:54 pm and 2:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested that the White House operator place a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The operator promptly facilitated the request to connect the President with Julie at Camp David. The brief exchange served exclusively as a logistical coordination to initiate this personal communication.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:54 pm to 1:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss logistics regarding an upcoming trip to California. The brief conversation focused on scheduling arrangements and the specific needs of Sanchez's family, including travel plans for their dogs and his wife, Fina Sanchez. The exchange functioned primarily as a logistical check-in to coordinate these personal travel details.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:55 pm to 1:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for his daily schedule and upcoming meetings. The discussion centered on adjusting the President’s itinerary following the heart attack suffered by Rex W. Scouten. They finalized the timing and location for briefings involving Henry Kissinger and potentially Charles Colson.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:57 pm and 2:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to review the President’s upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on administrative coordination and the logistical planning of Nixon's appointments. No further substantive policy matters were recorded during this brief encounter.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:57 pm and 2:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The conversation was brief and administrative in nature, focusing on the operator's difficulty in reading a specific request or number provided by the President. No substantive policy matters were addressed as the interaction remained limited to routine telecommunications support.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and William P. Rogers met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:57 pm and 2:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Secretary of State William P. Rogers discuss the guest list and scheduling logistics for an upcoming state dinner honoring King Hussein of Jordan. The dialogue focuses on clarifying potential timing conflicts and verifying that controversial or inappropriate invitees are excluded from the event. The conversation concludes with a consensus that the proposed scheduling concerns are likely unfounded.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 2:47 pm to 2:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Camp David involving family and friends. The conversation focuses on scheduling travel plans, arranging for Charles “Bebe” Rebozo to join them on Saturday, and confirming that an invitation to Camp David has been extended to Fate Suber upon his discharge from the hospital. They also briefly discuss the current weather conditions at the retreat and local wildlife sightings.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:47 pm and 2:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Executive Office Building for a brief, informal encounter. The recorded interaction consists primarily of a numeric count, suggesting a technical test of the recording equipment rather than a substantive policy discussion. No significant administrative decisions or political topics were addressed during the brief duration of the meeting.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:47 pm and 2:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal check-in with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to discuss her upcoming travel and social plans. The conversation primarily focused on logistics for a visit, including travel timing to avoid work conflicts and general inquiries regarding her well-being. No significant policy or administrative decisions were made during this personal exchange.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:47 pm and 2:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator regarding the necessity of a specific communication or connection. He concluded that an immediate follow-up was not required, expressing his expectation that the other party would initiate a return call. The brief exchange served to manage the President's incoming telecommunications and outreach efforts.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:50 pm and 11:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a call to his physicians, either Dr. Walter R. Tkach or Dr. William M. Lukash. He explicitly clarified that the request was not related to a medical emergency. The conversation concluded with the operator confirming the attempt to reach the doctors.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:50 pm and 11:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator regarding connectivity issues on his telephone line to Camp David. After deciding not to pursue an alternative connection, the President instructed the operator to summon Charles W. Colson to his office in the Old Executive Office Building for a scheduled meeting.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, Stephen B. Bull, Henry A. Kissinger, Rose Mary Woods, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:52 pm to 4:26 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Charles W. Colson and later Henry Kissinger to discuss White House political strategy, administration appointments, and foreign policy objectives. The discussions focused on managing labor union relations, controlling the narrative through press and polling, and navigating congressional opposition to the administration's budget and reconstruction aid plans for North Vietnam. The President emphasized his desire to implement reorganization in his second term by replacing bureaucrats with political appointees and solidified plans for his upcoming diplomatic initiatives.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:32 pm to 4:49 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 851-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed and reorganized the President's upcoming schedule to accommodate administrative priorities, including economic policy and legislative strategy. They specifically coordinated meetings with figures such as Wilbur Mills and the National Association of Manufacturers while finalizing the timing for a scheduled radio address. Nixon emphasized the need for thorough talking papers to prepare for high-level discussions, ultimately opting for a one-on-one meeting with Mills to avoid unnecessary staff involvement.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:49 pm and 4:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 851-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a personal letter to actress Jane Wyman to express his admiration for her performance in the film "So Big." During the dictation, Nixon critiques the declining quality of contemporary Hollywood and European cinema, contrasting it with the superior artistry of older films. He notes that he and First Lady Pat Nixon frequently rely on older movie catalogs for entertainment during their weekends at Camp David.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), Rose Mary Woods, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:49 pm and 5:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 851-003 of the White House Tapes.
In this meeting, President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and H. R. Haldeman to address various administrative and political matters, including the guest list protocols for White House events and potential personnel changes for administration appointees. The discussion also covered the logistical planning for an upcoming radio address, where the President expressed frustration over inadequate preparation time and the poor quality of recent briefings provided by his staff. Additionally, they reviewed details regarding the 1973 inaugural ceremonies and the military discharge status of David Eisenhower, reaching consensus on how to manage these sensitive issues.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Arthur F. Burns, George P. Shultz, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:11 pm to 6:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 851-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Arthur Burns and George Shultz to coordinate the administration's economic response to a worsening international monetary crisis and trade deficit. The group finalized plans for a 6.5% dollar devaluation and discussed strategies to secure trade revaluation agreements with Japan and European partners. Additionally, they reviewed talking points for upcoming congressional testimonies, emphasized the need for continued wage and price control efforts, and addressed the potential bankruptcy of a railroad company.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:12 pm and 7:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 851-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a comprehensive discussion regarding the management of the administration's public image and the strategic control of presidential communication. They debated the efficacy of state dinners and ceremonial functions, concluding that these activities often yield low political return, and evaluated the best media outlets for communicating economic policy. Additionally, they critiqued the organizational structure of White House staff, analyzed public opinion on amnesty for Vietnam War deserters, and addressed the psychological transition of Henry Kissinger following the Vietnam peace settlement.