31 conversations found
On October 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:57 pm and 10:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a telephone connection to George E. Allen, the head coach of the Washington Redskins. This brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and Allen. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief communication.
On October 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and George E. Allen talked on the telephone from 10:18 pm to 10:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon called Washington Redskins head coach George Allen to discuss the team's recent victory against the Philadelphia Eagles and strategize for future games. The two analyzed individual player performance, personnel decisions, and potential trades, with Nixon offering encouragement and tactical observations. The conversation concluded with Nixon advising Allen to maintain a guarded relationship with the press to prevent media-induced team dissension, and they agreed to reconnect after the upcoming election.
On October 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:30 pm and 10:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a telephone connection with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. This brief communication served as a logistical step to facilitate direct contact between the President and a key member of his staff. No further substantive policy matters or decisions were discussed during this brief exchange.
On October 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 10:31 pm to 10:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, coordinate the White House's formal expressions of sympathy following the death of former Senator Prescott S. Bush. The President decides to provide a military escort for the funeral services, consistent with protocols for former senators, in addition to sending flowers and a personal note to the widow, Dorothy Bush. Nixon directs Woods to contact the military office to facilitate these arrangements and to communicate the gesture to the Bush family through George H.W. Bush.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:23 am to 10:09 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-001 of the White House Tapes.
In this meeting with H.R. Haldeman, Stephen Bull, and later Ronald Ziegler, President Nixon discussed a broad range of political and communications strategies for the 1972 re-election campaign. Key topics included coordinating messaging on Vietnam negotiations ahead of a press conference, countering negative media coverage regarding federal spending, and refining the President's public image through improved photographic and radio outreach. Additionally, the participants addressed personnel management for campaign economic rhetoric and logistical planning for upcoming speeches.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, Arthur F. Burns, Caspar W. ("Cap") Weinberger, Herbert Stein, White House photographer, and Donald H. Rumsfeld met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:10 am to 11:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his economic advisors and staff, including George Shultz, Arthur Burns, and Caspar Weinberger, to coordinate administration messaging and planning for the post-election period. The discussion focused on maintaining a firm stance on congressional spending, specifically concerning upcoming vetoes of water and education legislation, and establishing a strategy for economic policy, including the transition of wage and price controls. Nixon emphasized the need for long-term domestic initiatives and urged his team to use the post-election period for deep reflection and strategic planning rather than immediate political reaction.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Russell E. Train, John C. Whitaker, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:36 am to 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Russell Train and John Whitaker to debrief on Train's recent trip to the Soviet Union and discuss the status of ongoing US-Soviet environmental cooperation. They reviewed various bilateral initiatives, including joint working groups on pollution, and explored how these cooperative efforts serve as a broader diplomatic tool to improve the international climate between superpowers. Nixon emphasized the importance of framing environmental, health, and scientific agreements as substantive steps that transcend ideological differences to foster global stability.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:56 am and 11:58 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate logistical details regarding a scheduled breakfast meeting with congressional surrogates. The conversation focused on the arrangements for this upcoming event on October 10, 1972. This brief exchange served to finalize the President's immediate scheduling priorities.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Winston W. Marsh, James Low, Henry C. Cashen, II, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:58 am to 12:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Winston W. Marsh, James Low, and Henry C. Cashen, II to discuss the American Society of Association Executives and issues relevant to the tire industry. The group reviewed industry trends, including the popularity of radial tires and retreading, while sharing perspectives on labor and welfare policy. The President reminisced about his early experiences with automotive repair and exchanged pleasantries with the delegation.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:10 pm and 12:13 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review and finalize the details of his upcoming daily schedule. The discussion centered on logistics regarding a scheduled haircut and the arrival of Senator James O. Eastland at the White House. They also briefly touched upon the coordination of wire service reports related to these activities.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Sharon McLarty, I. W. McLarty, Mrs. I. W. McLarty, Tony McLarty, James O. Eastland, John E. Nidecker, White House photographer, William E. Timmons, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:13 pm to 12:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Miss National Teenage America Sharon McLarty and members of her party, followed by a strategic political consultation with Senator James O. Eastland. The conversation shifted from pleasantries to the 1972 campaign, where Nixon and Eastland discussed the political climate in the South, the President's strategy for addressing big spending, and his refusal to engage in campaign-related correspondence against certain Southern incumbents. The discussion concluded with an exchange regarding legislative matters and Nixon’s cautious approach toward potential Congressional investigations into Watergate, emphasizing his intent to avoid commenting on active court cases.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:36 pm to 12:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, for a brief session in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was the logistical arrangements for the recording of a message. The meeting concluded quickly after these administrative details were addressed.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:39 pm and 12:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details regarding the President's upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the discussion concerned an appointment involving Samuel I. Newhouse at the Executive Office Building. This meeting served as a brief administrative update to finalize the arrangements for the President's movements.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:39 pm and 12:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled meeting with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office. Due to the lack of available transcripts or descriptive metadata, the specific subject matter and any potential directives resulting from the discussion remain historically undocumented. The interaction concluded within seven minutes, leaving no record of the participants' agenda or outcomes.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:39 pm and 12:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the President’s upcoming schedule and organizational logistics for an October 10 breakfast meeting with campaign surrogates. The discussion covered the preparation of speech materials and the arrangement of tables for the event. Additionally, Butterfield proposed that the President meet with former football star Jim Brown to discuss his involvement in drug abuse prevention programs.
On October 9, 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 12:43 pm and 1:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 365-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to facilitate communication with his staff. During this brief interaction, the President instructed Sanchez to inform Charles W. Colson that he was cleared to proceed with his current assignment. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this exchange.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Samuel I. Newhouse, Herbert G. Klein, Stephen B. Bull, and John W. Dean, III met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 3:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with newspaper magnate Samuel I. Newhouse, Herbert Klein, and John Dean to discuss concerns regarding antitrust enforcement and the potential for federal bureaucracy to challenge Newhouse's extensive media holdings. Newhouse expressed anxiety over public interest groups and government regulators targeting his business model, while Nixon and Dean reassured him of the administration's pro-business philosophy, which prioritizes successful management over anti-bigness ideology. The discussion concluded with lighthearted exchanges regarding the 1972 campaign and the presentation of presidential gifts to Newhouse.
On October 9, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 3:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-011 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to discuss the discovery of a specific item. The brief exchange centers on the presentation of this object to the President's staff or security detail. The recording concludes shortly after the item is presented, leaving the broader context of its origin and significance unaddressed.
On October 9, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 3:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-010 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents and unidentified individuals utilized the Oval Office for a brief, undocumented interaction that did not involve President Nixon. The discussion appears to be limited to basic logistical coordination or personnel verification, as indicated by the repetitive exchange of the name 'Scott.' No substantive policy decisions or executive actions were captured during this brief exchange.
On October 9, 1972, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, and Joan Hall talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:38 pm and 2:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-027 of the White House Tapes.
Charles W. Colson directs his assistant, Joan Hall, to expedite the delivery of the latest Louis P. Harris public opinion poll to Julie Nixon Eisenhower. Colson instructs Hall to emphasize that the President personally requested the materials be sent to his daughter immediately. This task highlights the administration's active efforts to share polling data with family members for political or personal review.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and Joan Hall met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:38 pm to 3:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 365-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Charles Colson and H.R. Haldeman to coordinate a strategic response to aggressive campaign attacks from George McGovern and his supporters. The participants discussed ways to frame McGovern’s rhetoric as extreme and defamatory while countering allegations of corruption directed at the administration, including the U.S.-Soviet grain deal. Nixon directed his team to compile a factual record of these attacks to expose what he viewed as the hypocrisy and inappropriate tactics of the opposition.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:20 pm and 7:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to connect with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. The conversation serves solely as a logistical request for the operator to bridge the connection to Woods. No further substantive policy or administrative discussions occur during this exchange.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:34 pm and 3:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly met in the Oval Office to coordinate the placement of a specific item, identified as an issue of Vogue, on a table. The President directed Bull to bring the magazine to him rather than leaving it elsewhere. This exchange served as a logistical instruction regarding personal or administrative materials within the White House.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:35 pm to 4:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to review recent polling data regarding the President's approval ratings, the Vietnam War, and public perception of government corruption. Much of the discussion centered on the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations, with Nixon emphasizing the necessity for Henry Kissinger to report directly to him before taking any further actions in Hanoi. Additionally, the pair coordinated political strategy regarding Secretary of State William P. Rogers's planned press conference and evaluated a request for a meeting with steel industry representatives.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:34 pm and 4:37 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to discuss the logistics of an upcoming photography session involving various political candidates and associates, including Louie B. Nunn and John W. Byrnes. The discussion centered on technical issues such as lighting and the need for re-filming certain sessions. Nixon provided specific instructions regarding the pacing of the event and requested that candidates understand the scheduling limitations.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Republican candidates for office, including Carveth S. Thompson, Russell W. Peterson, Robert Hirsch, Louie B. Nunn, Dave Towell, Gene Savoie, Harold V. Froehlich, James B. Moseley, Paul W. Cronin, Ellis S. Rubin, Joel Gustafson, Jack Insco, Russ Sloan, Alf Adams, John W. Byrnes, William E. Timmons, John C. Nidecker, Richard K. Cook, and Brad E. Hainsworth, met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:37 pm to 5:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a delegation of Republican congressional and gubernatorial candidates to discuss strategies for the upcoming 1972 general election. Facilitated by White House staff, the gathering served to bolster political unity and campaign momentum among the participating candidates. The discussion focused on rallying support for the administration's agenda to secure victories in their respective races.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:00 pm to 5:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to review the President’s upcoming schedule and manage various administrative priorities, including trade fair representation and committee engagements. The discussion focused on organizing post-election appearances and refining public relations strategies, with Nixon explicitly instructing Butterfield to restrict certain groups from appearing in his office. These instructions effectively established new limitations on the President's meeting schedule regarding specific minority representatives.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:11 pm and 6:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 794-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Ronald Ziegler, and H.R. Haldeman met to coordinate media strategy regarding Nixon's selective support for Republican candidates and specific congressional Democrats. Ziegler briefed the President on his efforts to navigate press inquiries about the administration's stance on various Senate and House races, emphasizing a policy of neutrality rather than blanket endorsements. The participants discussed managing the President's public involvement in campaigns and maintaining a balanced approach toward incumbent allies and former cabinet members.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 7:08 pm to 7:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the logistical arrangements for the funeral of Prescott S. Bush. Woods confirms that she coordinated with Alexander Butterfield, who utilizes military aides to manage the formal procedures for such events. Nixon expresses satisfaction with this delegation and the established protocol for handling the memorial preparations.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:09 pm and 7:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to place a telephone call to Charles W. Colson. The brief communication serves strictly as a logistical directive to establish a line of contact with his special counsel. No further substantive policy matters or tactical decisions are discussed during this exchange.
On October 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 7:21 pm to 7:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson held a brief evening telephone call to touch base on their respective schedules and current whereabouts. The conversation served primarily as a check-in to confirm the President's recent dinner engagement had concluded without interruption. No major policy decisions or significant executive actions were recorded during this brief exchange.