35 conversations found
On September 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:34 pm and 9:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to manage his evening communications schedule. After receiving an update regarding the delayed travel plans of Edward W. Carter, the President decided to postpone his outreach to Carter until the following morning. Concurrently, Nixon directed the operator to place a new call to David Packard in San Francisco.
On September 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to Edward W. Carter, the chairman of Broadway-Hale Stores. The purpose of the outreach was to follow up on a fundraising dinner held in Los Angeles the previous evening. No further actions or policy decisions were discussed during this brief administrative request.
On September 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to place a telephone call to Bernard J. “Bunny” Lasker in New York City. The brief exchange serves as a logistical coordination for the President to reach the prominent financier and political donor. No substantive policy matters are discussed as the conversation is limited to facilitating this connection.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:00 am and 6:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to place a telephone call to businessman Edward W. Carter. Nixon specified that Carter could be reached at the Madison Hotel. The conversation concluded with the operator confirming the request and preparing to initiate the connection.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and members of the Cost of Living Council, including George P. Shultz, Donald H. Rumsfeld, Earl L. Butz, Peter G. Peterson, James D. Hodgson, George W. Romney, Caspar W. ("Cap") Weinberger, Gen. George A. Lincoln, Herbert Stein, Virginia Knauer, Arthur F. Burns, John G. Veneman, Robert M. Ball, Johnnie M. Walters, Arthur S. Flemming, Thomas B. Curtis, Edward Preston, Marina von Neumann Whitman, James W. McLane, William Geimer, Richard B. Cheney, Bert M. Concklin, William Walker, Marvin H. Kosters, Donald R. Murdoch, William I. ("Bill") Greener, Jr., C. Robert Lane, the White House photographer, and members of the press, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 9:19 am and 10:06 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 105-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with the Cost of Living Council to review the administration’s economic performance and coordinate strategy regarding inflation, labor relations, and food prices ahead of the 1972 election. Council members, including George Shultz and Donald Rumsfeld, discussed measures to protect Social Security recipients from illegal rent increases and highlighted the relative success of U.S. wage and price controls compared to foreign nations. The President directed his team to maintain an affirmative, disciplined public messaging campaign, emphasizing that the U.S. was achieving growth and reduced inflation without the reliance on wartime spending seen in the 1960s.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, Stephen B. Bull, Maurice Schumann, Jacques Kosciusko-Morizet, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:45 am to 10:45 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and Maurice Schumann met to coordinate diplomatic strategy regarding the Vietnam War and US-French relations. The discussion focused on the ongoing Paris Peace Talks, with Nixon and Kissinger emphasizing that they were approaching the limit of possible concessions before the upcoming presidential election. They expressed a desire to resolve the conflict to pivot the administration’s focus toward strengthening the Atlantic community and broader foreign policy goals in 1973. Additionally, they reviewed technical aspects of monetary policy and the potential for increased cooperation with France in facilitating a diplomatic breakthrough with North Vietnam.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:45 am to 10:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to review and finalize the guest lists for upcoming state dinners honoring British Foreign Secretary Sir Alexander F. Douglas-Home and Soviet Foreign Minister Andrei A. Gromyko. The discussion focused on coordinating the attendance of various cabinet members and political officials, including Melvin Laird, Richard Kleindienst, and Elliot Richardson. The session concluded with the President confirming administrative details regarding the invitations and confirming the status of preparations.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:51 am to 10:53 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate scheduling logistics regarding upcoming diplomatic engagements. The brief discussion focused on the President’s meeting with British Foreign Secretary Sir Alec Douglas-Home, as well as the respective schedules of Henry Kissinger and William P. Rogers. No major policy decisions were reached, as the conversation remained restricted to administrative calendar management.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield and Stephen Bull to coordinate logistics for several upcoming diplomatic and official engagements, including a visit with Sir Alexander Douglas-Home and a trip to Atlanta. The discussion also addressed scheduling requests from Arthur Burns, specifically concerning a follow-up conversation regarding Nixon's recent speech to the International Monetary Fund. The participants evaluated the timing of these various meetings and the availability of key staff members like Peter Flanigan to manage related administrative details.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Arthur F. Burns, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:56 am and 11:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Federal Reserve Chairman Arthur F. Burns met to discuss the international reception of U.S. economic policies, the challenges of managing money supply and interest rates, and the broader contrast between American and British labor discipline. The discussion also covered potential future travel itineraries for Burns to countries including Indonesia and Japan, as well as coordination regarding an upcoming meeting with British Foreign Secretary Sir Alec Douglas-Home. Stephen B. Bull joined briefly to assist with scheduling logistics for the President and Burns.
On September 29, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:07 am and 12:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-006 of the White House Tapes.
This recording consists of a brief, unidentified exchange occurring within the Oval Office. Due to the lack of clear audio or identifiable participants in the surviving record, the substantive content of the discussion remains unknown. The recording concludes abruptly, providing no actionable information or historical context regarding administration policy or events.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:03 pm and 12:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming scheduling requirements, specifically regarding appointments and motorcade logistics. They discussed the timing for an October 5, 1972, meeting with Dr. W. Kenneth Riland and reviewed necessary preparations involving staff members H.R. Haldeman and Charles W. Colson. The discussion also touched upon the taping system's schedule and logistics related to the Opportunities Industrialization Centers.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Alexander P. Butterfield, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:11 pm to 2:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and Alexander Butterfield met to coordinate campaign strategy, focusing on press relations, counter-messaging against George McGovern, and the political fallout of the US-Soviet grain deal. They discussed using surrogates to attack McGovern on issues like defense spending and welfare, while strategizing on how to handle the media's coverage of the administration and the Watergate scandal. Additionally, the President reviewed his upcoming campaign schedule, emphasizing the importance of motorcades and targeted appearances in key battleground states to project strength and efficiency.
On September 29, 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 2:04 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 354-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon inquired about the status of a developing news story regarding Fort Wayne, Indiana. The brief discussion suggests the President was closely monitoring local media reports or political developments originating from that region. No specific decisions or further actions were recorded in this brief exchange.
On September 29, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:04 pm and 3:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with unidentified individuals in the Oval Office to conduct discussions that remain obscured due to the lack of an available transcript. The interaction ended abruptly when the taping system cut off, leaving the specific agenda and any resulting policy decisions or administrative actions unrecorded. Given the limited documentation, the nature of this meeting remains a subject for further archival investigation.
On September 29, 1972, Manolo Sanchez and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:04 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 354-005 of the White House Tapes.
Manolo Sanchez hosted an unidentified woman for a brief meeting in the President's office within the Old Executive Office Building. The recorded portion of the interaction remains restricted due to the withdrawal of non-historical material. No substantive policy discussions or administrative actions were captured in the available documentation.
On September 29, 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 2:04 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 354-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with unidentified individuals in his Old Executive Office Building office to coordinate his daily schedule. Due to the lack of substantive audio content in the recording, no specific policy decisions or significant developments were captured. The conversation remains restricted to brief, non-informative exchanges regarding the President's upcoming commitments.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:04 pm and 3:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review a pending speech draft. The discussion focused on determining the appropriate length for the address, as the two assessed the timing requirements for the text. This interaction highlights the President's direct oversight of his communications strategy during the 1972 campaign period.
On September 29, 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 2:04 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 354-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in his Old Executive Office Building workspace. The brief interaction consisted of personal, non-substantive matters that were subsequently withdrawn from the public record. No policy discussions or significant administrative decisions were recorded during this engagement.
On September 29, 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 2:04 pm and 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 354-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief, personal interaction. Due to the extremely limited duration and the lack of a substantive transcript, no significant policy matters or administrative decisions were documented during this exchange. The encounter reflects the routine personal assistance provided to the President by his staff.
On September 29, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:05 pm and 3:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-022 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents and unidentified individuals met in the Oval Office to discuss unspecified security or administrative matters. The recorded audio is predominantly unintelligible, consisting of background noise and muffled conversation. Consequently, no substantive policy decisions or actionable items were captured during this brief exchange.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:16 pm to 3:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the strategic status of the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations and the upcoming trip of General Alexander Haig to consult with South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu. The discussion focused on navigating complex political scenarios, including the potential for Thieu's resignation and the tension surrounding proposed changes to the South Vietnamese constitution and electoral processes. Nixon also expressed significant frustration regarding the inadequate supply of high-performance aircraft to the South Vietnamese military, attributing the shortfall to institutional opposition from the Department of Defense and military branches.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Beurt SerVass, Cory SerVass, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:32 pm to 3:58 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Beurt and Cory SerVaas to discuss Indiana politics, the future of the Saturday Evening Post, and a proposed employment policy. The SerVaases suggested utilizing the draft board system to classify and place the handicapped and hard-core unemployed into the labor force. Additionally, they reviewed the challenges of securing advertising support for the Post, which the SerVaases argued was hindered by a liberal bias within major advertising agencies.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:58 pm and 4:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to finalize logistical arrangements for an upcoming state dinner honoring Sir Alexander F. Douglas-Home. The discussion centered on room selection and seating configurations, specifically navigating the usage of the Red and Blue Rooms for the small group. They agreed on a plan to maintain the group's proximity at the table to facilitate conversation throughout the event.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:58 pm and 4:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical preparations for an upcoming meeting with British Foreign Secretary Sir Alexander Douglas-Home. The discussion also involved Henry Kissinger, likely regarding his role in facilitating the diplomatic encounter. The conversation focused on the scheduling and administrative arrangements necessary for the President to engage with the British official.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Sir Alexander F. Douglas-Home, Henry A. Kissinger, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:04 pm to 5:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Sir Alexander F. Douglas-Home and Henry Kissinger to discuss the necessity of strengthening communication and cooperative action within the Atlantic Alliance. The participants explored geopolitical concerns, specifically Soviet military expansion, the role of conventional forces, and the long-term strategic implications of the Sino-Soviet split. Nixon emphasized the importance of maintaining a united front with NATO allies while addressing internal domestic challenges, including inflation and the 1972 presidential election.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, John D. Ehrlichman, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:15 pm and 6:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his senior aides and advisors to discuss a broad range of political and foreign policy issues, including congressional strategy regarding a spending ceiling and potential budget vetoes. The group examined the political impact of the recent U.S.-Soviet grain deal and reviewed recent polling data ahead of the 1972 election. Additionally, Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig provided an update on ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations and finalized plans for Haig's upcoming mission to Saigon to consult with President Nguyen Van Thieu.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:16 pm and 5:21 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the presidential schedule to coordinate meetings with key senior staff and advisors. The discussion focused on organizing upcoming briefings with John D. Ehrlichman regarding domestic policy, as well as H.R. Haldeman. Additionally, they arranged a session with Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig to discuss the status of their current schedules and preparations for a forthcoming trip.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:16 pm and 5:21 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review and coordinate upcoming appointments and travel logistics. The discussion focused on finalizing the daily schedules for key administration officials, specifically John D. Ehrlichman, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Henry A. Kissinger. This administrative check-in ensured that the President remained informed of his staff's movements and departures from the White House.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:30 pm and 6:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to discuss the scheduling and administrative arrangements regarding Charles W. Colson. The brief conversation served to coordinate logistics for Colson’s upcoming activities. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short administrative review.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:30 pm and 6:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This routine interaction served as a technical step to connect the President with another party for official communications. No significant policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief exchange.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:30 pm and 6:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 788-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss the scheduling of Charles W. Colson. The brief exchange focused on coordinating the logistics of Colson's upcoming appointments. The discussion was interrupted when the recording concluded prematurely.
On September 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Edward W. Carter talked on the telephone from 6:42 pm to 6:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with Edward W. Carter, a prominent businessman and chairman of Broadway-Hale Stores. The communication, which lasted under three minutes, remained largely opaque due to the immediate withdrawal of the transcript content. No specific policy decisions or substantive developments are documented in the available record.
Edward R. F. Cox and Anne C. B. (Finch) Cox talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 6:44 pm on September 29, 1972 and 11:52 am on September 30, 1972. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-034 of the White House Tapes.
Edward R.F. Cox and Anne C.B. (Finch) Cox engaged in a private telephone conversation lasting approximately 17 minutes. The content of the call is classified as a personal, returnable communication and has been withheld from the public record. No substantive policy matters or administrative developments are associated with this interaction.
Edward R. F. Cox and the White House operator talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 6:44 pm on September 29, 1972 and 11:52 am on September 30, 1972. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-033 of the White House Tapes.
Edward R. F. Cox, President Nixon's son-in-law, contacted the White House operator to facilitate a communication. The brief interaction consisted of a routine administrative exchange regarding the routing of a call. No substantive policy discussions or political decisions were recorded during this brief connection.