29 conversations found
On April 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 8:23 pm to 8:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-101 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discussed her upcoming public schedule, including her attendance at a Ping-Pong tournament and a potential appearance on the Mike Douglas show. They also coordinated talking points regarding the Vietnam War, with the President advising her to maintain a discreet, confident posture while emphasizing that the conflict was an invasion of South Vietnam by Communist forces. The President ultimately instructed her to keep comments minimal and refer inquiries back to official White House spokesmen.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:41 am to 10:09 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 706-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate their strategy regarding the North Vietnamese offensive and the management of domestic and international public opinion. They discussed the effectiveness of recent B-52 air strikes and the potential for expanded military pressure on North Vietnam, while simultaneously analyzing the muted reaction from the Soviet Union and China. The President decided to delay a formal public address on the conflict to avoid creating an artificial crisis that could hinder broader foreign policy objectives, emphasizing that military progress on the ground must remain their primary focus.
On April 11, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:10 am and 10:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-102 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman contacts the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection with Lieutenant General Vernon A. Walters. The brief communication serves as an administrative request to bridge the two parties for a subsequent discussion. No substantive policy matters are addressed in this initial call, as its primary purpose is strictly logistical.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:10 am and 10:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-104 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to contact Henry Kissinger regarding an urgent matter. He instructed the operator to interrupt Kissinger’s ongoing meeting to ensure he would take the call immediately. This brief exchange served as a coordination effort to facilitate a private consultation between the President and his National Security Advisor.
On April 11, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and Vernon A. Walters talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:10 am and 10:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-103 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman contacts newly confirmed CIA Deputy Director Vernon A. Walters to seek logistical advice regarding an overnight stop during President Nixon's upcoming trip to the Soviet Union. The two discuss potential locations for the stop, weighing the security, weather, and diplomatic implications of using various military bases. They ultimately conclude that a U.S. base in Spain, specifically Rota, appears to be the most practical and convenient option for the President's itinerary.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), White House operator, Vernon A. Walters, Henry A. Kissinger, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:10 am to 12:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 706-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on administrative changes, travel plans, and the finalization of a speech for his trip to Canada. The discussion moved to managing press relations for the upcoming Soviet summit, with Nixon expressing frustration over the administration's perceived tendency to court hostile media figures rather than supporting loyalist journalists. They also evaluated domestic policy messaging, particularly concerning food prices and the administration's response to the North Vietnamese offensive, while deciding to maintain a firm, proactive stance in their public communications.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 10:31 am to 10:34 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to process routine administrative tasks, including reviewing the President’s speech copy and finalizing a list of letters for his signature. The discussion focused on coordinating the review process with Charles W. Colson concerning correspondence for a list of 500 individuals. Additionally, the participants touched upon the logistical details regarding the President’s upcoming departure for a trip to Philadelphia.
On April 11, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:49 am and 10:54 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-105 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger consulted on selecting an appropriate neutral location for a two-night stopover prior to the President's upcoming trip to the Soviet Union. Nixon expressed a strong preference for Austria over Switzerland or Spanish military bases, citing personal rapport with Austrian officials and the country's welcoming atmosphere. The group decided that Kissinger would discreetly contact Ambassador Karl Gruber to assess the feasibility of a visit to Salzburg, ensuring the stop remained a low-key rest period rather than a formal diplomatic summit.
On April 11, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:35 pm and 2:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 706-003 of the White House Tapes.
Stephen B. Bull and U.S. Secret Service agents engaged in a brief, informal discussion regarding the President's schedule and location at the Executive Office Building. The dialogue also included casual remarks concerning the blooming of the cherry blossoms and the planning of the upcoming Arbor Day centennial celebration. The exchange concluded without any major policy decisions or significant administrative developments.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:35 pm and 12:37 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met briefly with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The primary purpose of the brief interaction was to arrange the logistics for the President's lunch. No significant policy decisions were discussed during this short exchange.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:37 pm to 12:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull in his Old Executive Office Building suite to review and coordinate the President's upcoming daily schedule. The brief three-minute discussion focused exclusively on logistics and administrative planning regarding the President's appointments. No policy decisions were recorded, as the meeting served strictly as an organizational briefing for the White House staff.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:40 pm and 1:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-106 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call through the White House operator to contact Alexander P. Butterfield. The purpose of this exchange is purely administrative, facilitating communication between the President and a key aide. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded in this brief connection process.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:40 pm and 1:12 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The recording also includes a brief interaction with a White House operator. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments are captured in this brief exchange.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:40 pm and 1:12 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction focused on the simple task of retrieving a pen for the President. No substantive political matters or policy decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:12 pm to 1:14 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield discuss the tactical orchestration of an upcoming meeting regarding China policy. Nixon explicitly decides to exclude Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird to avoid the necessary inclusion of Secretary of State William Rogers, tasking Henry Kissinger with leading the briefing instead. The President emphasizes that China-related matters should remain distinct from standard congressional relations to ensure the initiative is perceived as a significant diplomatic event rather than partisan politics.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield talked on the telephone from 1:12 pm to 1:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-107 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield coordinated the agenda for an upcoming congressional leadership meeting, specifically narrowing the focus to a defense and China policy briefing led by Henry Kissinger. Nixon explicitly excluded Secretary of State William Rogers and Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird from the presentation to ensure Kissinger could lead the session without bureaucratic interference. Additionally, the President requested the inclusion of select committee chairmen while directing that political liaisons be excluded to foster a more candid atmosphere regarding China policy discussions.
On April 11, 1972, 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 1:14 pm and 2:06 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal interaction with a White House operator in the Executive Office Building. The dialogue primarily concerned internal office logistics and the coordination of telecommunications. No major policy decisions or significant political developments resulted from this brief exchange.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:14 pm and 2:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-108 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to connect him with CIA Director Richard M. Helms. This administrative interaction serves as the preliminary step to facilitate a direct communication between the President and the intelligence chief. The conversation concludes once the request has been placed.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Richard M. Helms met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:06 pm to 2:08 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with CIA Director Richard Helms to emphasize the urgency of executing pending personnel and organizational changes within the intelligence agency. Nixon pressed Helms to implement these adjustments as thoroughly as possible. The brief exchange focused on accelerating the pace of internal restructuring efforts.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Richard M. Helms talked on the telephone from 2:06 pm to 2:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-109 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and CIA Director Richard Helms discussed the North Vietnamese government's silence regarding recent American B-52 strikes. Nixon directed Helms to amplify US psychological warfare efforts by using broadcasts to publicize the effectiveness and scale of these strikes. The President explicitly ordered the inclusion of details regarding incoming naval units, additional carriers, and further B-52 deployments to maximize the psychological impact on the North Vietnamese.
On April 11, 1972, 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 2:08 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield and other aides to coordinate an upcoming meeting with congressional leaders. The discussion focused on establishing talking points for key policy issues, specifically addressing concerns regarding school busing, drug control, and rising food prices. Nixon instructed staff on the order of speakers, prioritizing Henry Kissinger’s foreign policy briefing while emphasizing that domestic economic explanations should be handled by George Shultz, Herbert Stein, or Elliot Richardson.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:08 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss intensifying military operations in Vietnam, specifically focusing on increasing the aggressiveness of U.S. naval gunfire and air attacks near the DMZ. Nixon directed Kissinger to order the Navy to advance its positioning to strike further inland, while also deciding to dispatch Alexander Haig to Vietnam for a firsthand situational report. Additionally, the pair coordinated a strategy for briefing Congressional leaders Mike Mansfield and Hugh Scott and reviewed logistical plans for the upcoming Soviet summit.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:08 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to coordinate the return of an unidentified object. During the brief interaction, the President also arranged for a transcription intended for his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. The two concluded the meeting by scheduling a future appointment to reconvene.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:08 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum to provide guidance on public relations strategy and key messaging for the administration. He emphasized the necessity of a disciplined, repetitive approach to promoting the President's image and accomplishments—particularly regarding Vietnam, foreign policy, and the economy—while framing major issues to deflect criticism toward the Democratic-controlled Congress. Nixon also directed staff to identify the most effective spokesmen to ensure sustained, positive media coverage across a prioritized list of policy initiatives.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:45 pm to 2:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 329-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discussed the public messaging surrounding a bipartisan trip to the People's Republic of China by Senators Mike Mansfield and Hugh Scott. Nixon emphasized framing the visit as an approved, bipartisan mission and confirmed he would provide a personal letter to be delivered to Chinese leadership. Additionally, the two addressed administrative concerns regarding First Lady Pat Nixon's upcoming travels, focusing on the management of her speeches and the use of White House staff.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 2:57 pm to 3:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 706-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield and John Ehrlichman to coordinate an upcoming briefing for prominent, hawkish Democrats including John Stennis, George Mahon, and F. Edward Hebert. Nixon emphasized that the session, led by Henry Kissinger, should avoid a strictly partisan tone to ensure effective engagement with these key legislators. The participants also briefly addressed scheduling concerns and administrative memoranda before concluding the meeting.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Peter G. Peterson, John D. Ehrlichman, Peter M. Flanigan, Kenneth R. Cole, Jr., Stephen B. Bull, Manolo Sanchez, Arthur F. Burns, George P. Shultz, John B. Connally, and Frederic V. Malek met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:06 pm to 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 706-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a large group of cabinet members and advisors to discuss a wide-ranging agenda of domestic economic policy, including international trade strategies, energy infrastructure, and tax reform. The participants reviewed the implementation of commercial trade policies with the Soviet Union, analyzed the political and budget implications of environmental regulations, and addressed the status of the Productivity Commission. Nixon emphasized the need for his team to act as aggressive advocates for pro-business policies and job creation in the lead-up to the 1972 election. The meeting concluded with a review of potential Federal Reserve appointments and a discussion on managing public perception regarding inflation and food prices.
On April 11, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 706-006 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office to discuss the current state of the American labor market and employment statistics. The participants addressed public misconceptions regarding unemployment and emphasized the record-breaking number of new jobs created. The discussion focused on contextualizing economic growth and social change, specifically highlighting that over 81 million people were employed at the time.
On April 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:21 pm and 7:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-110 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to initiate a high-level consultation during a period of intense foreign policy activity. No substantive policy discussions occurred, as the exchange focused exclusively on connecting the President to his advisor.