15 conversations found
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:15 am and 9:48 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-139 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a direct connection to the Usher's Office. This brief administrative call served as a routine communication relay to facilitate internal White House logistics. No substantive policy discussions took place during this exchange.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Nelson C. Pierce, Jr. talked on the telephone from 9:48 am to 9:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-140 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted military aide Nelson C. Pierce, Jr. to inquire about the whereabouts of the military and naval aides on duty. After learning that Pierce had not seen either official, the President opted to forgo further immediate assistance. Nixon decided to resolve his inquiry through an alternative contact, concluding the brief administrative check.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 10:12 am to 10:13 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-142 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistics for professional boxer Joe Frazier’s upcoming visit to the White House. The President specified that Frazier should be brought to the Yellow Oval Room for photographs, explicitly excluding him from the formal receiving line. Nixon emphasized that the photo opportunity must be managed carefully to ensure Frazier is included while keeping the receiving line limited to himself and Haley.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:12 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-141 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a series of administrative calls through the White House operator to coordinate communication with key staff members. He first attempts to reach National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger and subsequently requests a call to personal aide Stephen B. Bull. These requests serve to facilitate the President's immediate access to his core advisors for ongoing official business.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 10:13 am to 10:22 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-144 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss political strategies for managing public perception regarding upcoming anti-war demonstrations and media coverage. They analyze the impact of recent polls and the potential political fallout for Congress members, with Nixon expressing a desire for protesters to target the Capitol. Additionally, they review the success of Nixon's recent radio-based outreach and finalize plans to utilize television media in future communications to avoid overexposure.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:13 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-143 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate a direct conversation between the President and his top aide. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this request for assistance.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 10:23 am to 10:35 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-145 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed strategies for managing public perception regarding the Vietnam War, specifically the fallout from General Creighton Abrams' speculative comments about military operations in Laos. Nixon instructed Kissinger to ensure White House Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler and military leadership refrain from further commentary to prevent the press from manufacturing negative headlines. Additionally, the pair coordinated on high-stakes diplomatic negotiations with China, ultimately deciding to delay Kissinger’s meeting with Romanian ambassador Corneliu Bogdan to maintain flexibility for potential high-level communications.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 10:41 am to 10:48 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-146 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss managing public and press perceptions regarding recent foreign policy developments, specifically focusing on clarifying the Administration's position on Vietnam and countering Democratic criticism surrounding the President's initiative toward the People's Republic of China. Kissinger updates the President on efforts to coordinate a consistent response with White House and Defense officials to avoid misinterpretation of abstract military capabilities. They also review the historical timeline of the China opening, noting that Nixon had initiated secret channels as early as February 1969, a fact they intend to use to discredit political opponents who claim the policy lacks foresight.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:48 am and 11:12 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-147 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to be connected with Herbert G. Klein, the White House Director of Communications. This brief exchange serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and his communications chief. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occur during this brief operator-assisted request.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:18 pm and 1:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-149 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to facilitate a sequence of urgent communications with key advisors. He requested to speak with Henry Kissinger regarding ongoing matters and specified that he also needed to contact Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. The exchange served as a logistical coordination effort to secure immediate consultations with these high-level officials.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:18 pm and 1:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-148 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place a telephone call to National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. This brief interaction serves as a routine administrative request to facilitate direct communication between the President and his advisor. No substantive policy discussions occur, as the call functions solely to connect the two parties.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 1:28 pm to 1:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-150 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss strategies to contain political fallout following a controversial, off-the-cuff remark made by General Creighton Abrams regarding military operations in Laos. To avoid granting the issue undue prominence or prompting a restrictive Senate resolution, they agree to distance the White House from the incident by referring all press inquiries to the Department of Defense. The conversation also touches upon shifting Soviet military dispositions in Eastern Europe and the broader geopolitical implications of U.S.-Soviet relations on the People's Republic of China.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:38 pm and 1:52 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-152 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place a telephone call to Charles W. Colson. This brief administrative interaction serves as an initiation of communication between the President and his special counsel. No further substantive discussion occurs during this recording.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:38 pm and 1:52 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-151 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate contact with Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally. The operator reported that Connally had recently departed his residence, prompting the President to request a callback once the Secretary could be reached via his vehicle. Nixon clarified that the matter was not urgent, requesting the connection at Connally's convenience.
On April 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 1:52 pm to 2:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 001-153 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies for managing political dissent, focusing on silencing Republican "doves" who oppose the administration’s Vietnam policy and China initiative. The two evaluate the effectiveness of various spokesmen, including Treasury Secretary John Connally, and coordinate the President's upcoming meeting with "hard hat" workers to shore up blue-collar support. Nixon emphasizes maintaining a firm public stance on the war and economic issues while directing his staff to avoid dignifying critics like Rep. Pete McCloskey through high-level engagement.