Woods, Rose Mary
Rose Mary Woods served as President Richard Nixon's fiercely loyal Personal Secretary from January 1969 to May 1973, acting as a crucial gatekeeper to the Oval Office. During the White House taping period (February 1971 – July 1973), she maintained strict control over access to Nixon and was one of the few staff members whose daily interactions with the President were frequently recorded. Following the Watergate-related resignations of top aides H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman, her responsibilities expanded and she was promoted to Executive Assistant and Personal Secretary to the President in June 1973, serving until August 1974. She later became infamous for the "Rose Mary stretch," claiming she accidentally erased 18.5 minutes of a subpoenaed June 1972 tape while transcribing it.
What Woods talks about on the tapes
Public relations 110White House administration 100Vietnam War 90Presidential scheduling 72Presidential schedule 61Speechwriting 59Scheduling 57White House operations 54Foreign Policy 49Watergate 41Political strategy 38Henry Kissinger 37
Conversations (745)
— Page 6 of 8President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, briefly reviewed recent political intelligence and photographic materials. They discussed reports regarding Lyndon B. Johnson’s perspective on the 1972 election and examined photographs taken by Ollie Atkins featuring the President, his dog King Timahoe, and the White House grounds. The discussion concluded with a brief exchange concerning the President's upcoming schedule and his need for rest.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed legislative and political strategies regarding the Vietnam War, specifically focusing on the potential passage of the Mansfield Amendment and its impact on ongoing peace negotiations. Kissinger provided a report on his recent interactions with Senator Mike Mansfield and Eugene McCarthy, noting their willingness to assist the administration. The conversation also covered upcoming diplomatic trips to Moscow and Japan, concerns over negative media coverage of bombing raids, and a review of recent polling data concerning the 1972 election and Senator George McGovern's platform.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met to discuss personal administrative tasks, including drafting a message for the Bohemian Grove "Cave Man" camp. They transitioned into an informal discussion regarding current political figures and media coverage, specifically critiquing George McGovern's public persona and recent press profiles. The conversation concluded with updates on social engagements and minor personnel matters concerning associates like Jane Brumley and Clark MacGregor.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods to discuss various personal matters, including family schedules, press coverage of the 1972 campaign, and reactions to media stories. Following this, Nixon held a phone conversation with Raymond A. Gallagher to express appreciation for his political support and to strategize on the "Democrats for Nixon" initiative. The discussions primarily centered on campaign outreach efforts, the strategic role of John B. Connally, and managing support from prominent Democrats and labor figures.
President Nixon met with various staff members and officials to discuss a wide array of administrative, foreign policy, and political matters. The President reviewed his upcoming schedule and foreign affairs, including a review of the House Foreign Affairs Committee's narrow vote to mandate a U.S. military withdrawal from Vietnam. Additionally, H. R. Haldeman coordinated with the President and Vice President Agnew to enforce a strict no-comment policy regarding the personal affairs of Thomas Eagleton, while discussions also touched on campaign strategy and potential coordination with George Wallace's associates.
This recorded session includes a substantive meeting between President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, Ronald Ziegler, and others regarding the 1972 presidential campaign and potential political messaging. Key discussions focused on the health of Democratic vice-presidential nominee Thomas Eagleton, the Republican response strategy, and assessments of Cabinet members like George Shultz. Following this, the President held a ceremonial meeting that included photographs, the display of White House state gifts, and casual conversation with visitors.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met to coordinate scheduling details for upcoming social engagements and official travel. The discussion encompassed logistical planning for helicopter travel, a potential dinner with Elmer H. Bobst, and various personal social arrangements involving the President and First Lady. Additionally, the pair touched upon matters relating to the President’s associates and the personal demeanor of staff members such as Dr. Walter R. Tkach.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate his schedule and address administrative priorities. The brief discussion focused on reviewing specific items and potential meetings, including a request for an appointment with the President. The exchange served to organize the President’s immediate workflow and manage access to his office.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative tasks and discuss sensitive political matters. The conversation covered logistical arrangements for providing the film *Sunrise at Campobello* to George C. Wallace and addressed Elmer Bobst’s urgent recommendation that the President seek legislation for capital punishment regarding hijackers and kidnappers. Additionally, the participants touched upon the health and behavior of Martha Mitchell and the associated stress placed on John Mitchell amid the ongoing ITT and Watergate controversies.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed various administrative and political matters, including the handling of a note for Hubert Humphrey and the vetting of potential guests for the Republican National Convention. Woods expressed concerns regarding the attendance of individuals linked to the unfolding Watergate scandal, specifically recommending the exclusion of Robert C. Odle, Jr. from the President’s box. The pair also addressed the logistics of a sensitive CIA report, domestic remodeling projects, and the handling of personal gifts.
President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Harvey J. McFarland met in the Oval Office for a personal visit, during which McFarland presented the President with gifts, including cheese. The conversation centered on nostalgic anecdotes regarding Nixon's past travels and encounters as Vice President, particularly in Canada. The discussion briefly turned toward political topics, with McFarland expressing his views on the Vietnam War and criticizing the Bay of Pigs invasion during the Kennedy administration.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger discuss strategies for maintaining Senate support for the administration’s Vietnam policy, specifically regarding an amendment sponsored by Senator George D. Aiken. Nixon and Kissinger emphasize the sensitivity of ongoing Paris peace negotiations and the necessity of preventing congressional interference that might undercut their diplomatic leverage. The participants also coordinate the President’s upcoming schedule, including logistical details for a potential weekend trip to the McCabe residence and medical arrangements involving Dr. W. Kenneth Riland.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, in the Old Executive Office Building to handle private administrative matters. The brief encounter consisted primarily of a personal exchange, categorized as a withdrawn item, which precluded the recording of substantive policy discussions. No official actions or developments were documented as a result of this brief, private meeting.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in an extensive series of consultations regarding staffing and political strategy for the 1972 re-election campaign. Key discussions focused on absorbing George Wallace's political organization into the Nixon campaign, managing Cabinet-level appointments like those for the Secretary of the Army, and addressing specific policy issues including food price inflation, school busing, and environmental legislation. The President also reviewed strategies for leveraging administrative power to influence corporate contracts and pressured staff to develop immediate, high-visibility economic actions to address public concerns before the Republican National Convention.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman to discuss political strategy, the administration's use of federal investigative agencies, and upcoming personnel decisions. The President expressed frustration that the administration was not effectively using its power to investigate political opponents, specifically focusing on Lawrence O'Brien and the Democratic National Committee. They also discussed managing cabinet expectations regarding potential reappointments and coordination with figures like Herbert G. Klein and John Mitchell for forthcoming events.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies for presidential gift-giving, specifically focusing on the feasibility of customizing music boxes with the presidential seal to distribute to notable individuals. They also address logistical matters, including the placement of a painting of the President's dog, King Timahoe, and the President's upcoming schedule. The conversation reflects administrative efforts to manage White House promotional items and office decor in consultation with Rose Mary Woods and Manolo Sanchez.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to discuss various administrative and personal matters, including the hiring of an aide to assist First Lady Pat Nixon with travel and wardrobe. The President also provided instructions regarding a report by financial analyst Pierre Rinfret, specifically directing that John Ehrlichman address the perceived liberal bias of financial writers. Additionally, the pair discussed the President’s reading habits and health concerns regarding the family dog, King Timahoe.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, for a brief discussion in his Old Executive Office Building suite. Given the lack of a transcript and the classification of the segment as personal, the dialogue likely concerned administrative coordination or private logistical matters rather than substantive policy deliberations. The exchange serves as a record of routine interactions between the President and his long-time aide during the 1972 campaign cycle.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, John D. Ehrlichman, and several visitors, including NFL legend Jim Brown, to discuss campaign political strategies, administrative personnel, and minority business initiatives. The discussion covered concerns regarding campaign financing, the potential for political leaks, and the status of government staff. Following the departure of Woods and the visitors, Nixon and Ehrlichman reviewed upcoming meetings with George Romney and the Cost of Living Council to address public relations challenges regarding food prices and government staffing.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and Arthur F. Burns to review administrative tasks and scheduling matters in the Oval Office. The participants discussed the President's previous engagement with the Donald McI. Kendall family and processed various documents requiring presidential signature. The brief meeting concluded following the arrival of Alexander P. Butterfield.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to review administrative and clerical tasks. The discussion focused on editing a form letter and coordinating the scheduling for John B. Connally. Woods also addressed pending typing requirements and logistical arrangements involving the White House Blue Room.
President Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods briefly discuss the logistics for an upcoming visit by Woods’s sister to the White House and the Executive Office Building. They touch upon the provision of presidential mementos, specifically a pin, to mark the occasion. The President also briefly references correspondence concerning a Jewish event and addresses potential administrative or operational tasks involving various staff members.
President Nixon met with Louella Dirksen, Rose Mary Woods, and Stephen Bull to discuss the promotion of Dirksen’s new book about her late husband, Everett Dirksen. The conversation focused on the President's potential involvement in the dedication of the Everett M. Dirksen Congressional Leadership Research Center in Pekin, Illinois, and potential fundraising efforts. Additionally, the President presented Mrs. Dirksen with a Chinese scroll and reviewed her upcoming media appearances and planned attendance at the Republican National Convention.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and H. R. Haldeman at Camp David to prepare for his upcoming presidential acceptance speech at the Republican National Convention. The President critiqued the pacing and political orientation of his speechwriting staff, specifically discussing the working relationship between Ray Price and John K. Andrews, Jr. Additionally, Nixon reviewed administrative matters, including staff performance, political appointments, and recent correspondence regarding his administration.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger met at Camp David to strategize on political messaging and prepare for the upcoming Republican National Convention. The primary focus was refining the President's acceptance speech to ensure a strong, nonpartisan tone that highlighted administration accomplishments while contrasting them with the opposition. They also finalized the logistics of Kissinger’s attendance at the convention, aiming to utilize his high profile while managing potential media inquiries regarding sensitive foreign policy and Vietnam negotiations.
President Nixon contacted his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to request an additional copy of the foreign policy section prepared for his forthcoming acceptance speech. During the brief exchange, Woods confirmed the document contained 1,835 words. The interaction served to facilitate the President's final review and editing process for the address.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, held a brief meeting to discuss administrative logistics. The primary focus of the discussion was a request for Marjorie P. Acker to deliver a specific speech draft. The exchange served to coordinate the handling of sensitive clerical materials required by the White House staff.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to discuss matters pertaining to his administrative schedule and daily operations. The brief interaction focused on logistical coordination and the management of the President's upcoming appointments. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this exchange, which served primarily to facilitate the clerical workflow of the White House.
President Nixon and Rose Mary Woods discussed the political implications of providing Secret Service protection to Senator Edward M. Kennedy. The conversation centered on the visibility of such security details, with Woods analyzing how Kennedy’s status might draw more public attention than Democratic opponent George McGovern. Stephen B. Bull joined briefly to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule with various senators.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to discuss the details of a letter intended for John D. Ehrlichman's son regarding law school. During the brief consultation, the President referenced his own experience graduating from law school in 1935 as a point of reflection for the correspondence. The conversation served to coordinate the drafting and content of this personal communication.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, in the Oval Office to address personal administrative matters. The conversation was brief and primarily concerned the handling of private, returnable materials. No significant policy decisions or executive actions resulted from this interaction.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, and briefly with aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss correspondence regarding General James Doolittle and the film *Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo*. The participants shared reflections on the cinematic depiction of the Doolittle Raid and its broader implications for American leadership. Additionally, the meeting touched upon administrative matters, including the President's schedule and an upcoming appointment with Russell E. Train.
President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Stephen B. Bull discussed the 1972 Olympics, specifically praising ABC's coverage and expressing strong disapproval of American athletes who protested during the medal ceremony. The conversation transitioned into personnel management and administrative matters, including the handling of job requests and the vetting of individuals seeking White House positions. Nixon also reviewed ceremonial gift-giving protocols, focusing on the distribution of presidential mementos such as watches and ashtrays to visitors.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed administrative details and public relations strategies regarding upcoming family appearances. The conversation focused on coordination efforts for Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Pat Nixon, and Tricia Nixon Cox, specifically concerning their media engagements and travel to Ohio. They also touched upon the President’s health and the management of family-related public reporting.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the logistical planning of his upcoming campaign travel schedule. They evaluate the political strategy of visiting specific towns and the objective of targeting all fifty states to bolster the President's reelection efforts. Nixon directs Woods to organize his travel materials for use during appearances in Washington, D.C., and other key regional locations.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative or personal matters. The majority of the recorded session consists of a withdrawn segment classified as personal and returnable material. No further public record of the discussion remains available to document specific decisions or policy outcomes.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief discussion. The recorded segment consists entirely of a withdrawn item designated as personal and returnable. No substantive policy matters or official administrative decisions were captured in the available audio.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Stephen Bull, and H. R. Haldeman to address a wide range of administrative, political, and security concerns. Key topics included the legislative strategy for the Office of Economic Opportunity (OEO) bill, security precautions for Henry Kissinger, and political maneuverings related to the 1972 presidential campaign. Additionally, the participants discussed various psychic predictions from Jeane Dixon, potential threats to the Jewish community, and routine correspondence regarding presidential memorabilia and gift offers.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Rose Mary Woods to discuss the feasibility of hosting a performance by members of the Bohemian Grove at the White House. While acknowledging that Secret Service security requirements and presidential duties preclude his personal attendance at the Grove's events, Nixon enthusiastically supported the idea of inviting the group to perform in the East Room after the 1973 inauguration. The discussion focused on the logistics of the event, including dinner arrangements and the potential for a themed campfire-style production.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to discuss various political and administrative matters, including the waning impact of the Vietnam War on the 1972 election, strategies for post-election personnel reorganization, and plans to build a stronger political establishment. They also discussed managing public perception regarding Nixon's foreign policy initiatives, specifically his visits to China and the Soviet Union, and explored the potential of using military leaders like Daniel "Chappie" James Jr. as political surrogates to reach white voters. Finally, the pair addressed a recent break-in at Dr. John Lungren's office concerning the President's medical records, deciding to treat the incident with transparency to neutralize any potential political fallout.
President Nixon and personal secretary Rose Mary Woods discuss the security breach at the office of Dr. John C. Lungren and compare George McGovern’s shifting campaign positions to those of Barry Goldwater. Nixon expresses concern regarding the motivations behind the break-in while analyzing the political volatility caused by McGovern's frequent policy changes. The pair discusses these strategic developments in the context of the ongoing presidential campaign.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the recent break-in at the office of Dr. John C. Lungren, Nixon’s personal physician. The participants exchange views on the bizarre nature of the incident and analyze potential theories regarding the perpetrator's motives. The brief discussion serves to address the President's assessment of the security breach and gather Woods's perspective on the developing situation.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the procurement of a specific gift for an unidentified female recipient. The conversation focuses on ensuring the suitability of the item as a presidential gift to avoid potential duplication. The brief exchange concludes with confirmation that the selected gift is appropriate for the individual in question.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate upcoming campaign communications, strategy for navigating anti-war demonstrations in California, and the analysis of recent public opinion polling. They discussed the administration's messaging on economic policy and the importance of ensuring press coverage through controlled releases of presidential statements and speeches. Additionally, they reviewed poll results concerning the Watergate scandal and various campaign issues, while strategizing on how to handle reports of break-ins at the office of Dr. John C. Lungren.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, engaged in a brief telephone conversation while the President was at Camp David. The exchange primarily centered on a personal matter involving the return of specific items. Due to the withdrawal of the primary portion of the recording for privacy reasons, no significant policy or political decisions are reflected in the available documentation.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed personnel management and the public perception of the President's recent work at Camp David. The conversation centered on the job performance of press secretary Ronald Ziegler and the necessity of maintaining a disciplined, composed public image during the 1972 election campaign. Nixon expressed high regard for Ziegler's “cool” demeanor and effectiveness in handling press interactions, while Woods emphasized the importance of public messaging regarding the President’s focus on economic policy and speech preparation.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to request the retrieval of a specific document he previously asked her to copy. The brief exchange focused on locating and returning this particular draft or file to the President's desk. No further policy or political discussions were recorded during this interaction.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met to discuss the formatting and finalization of a speech draft. The brief exchange focused on administrative instructions regarding indentation and editing procedures. The interaction concluded with the two sharing a brief toast before Woods departed the Oval Office.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate his upcoming schedule and address various administrative and personal matters. The discussion centered on arrangements for Harrison McCall’s memorial service, the health status of several acquaintances, and the coordination of travel and social commitments, including events involving Tricia Nixon Cox and William J. Casey. Stephen B. Bull joined briefly at the end of the meeting to facilitate the President's transition to a subsequent meeting in the Cabinet Room involving Elliot Richardson and other staff.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to provide specific instructions regarding a draft statement for the upcoming memorial service of Harrison McCall. The discussion focused on refining the content and tone of the tribute. The President finalized his requirements for the draft to ensure the statement was appropriately prepared for the event.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met briefly to discuss the return of five dollars found in a pocket and logistics regarding a job applicant named Teresa. The discussion transitioned to the personal arrival of the applicant and her infant, whom the President and Woods planned to host that evening. The brief exchange highlights the intersection of personal errands and staff-related matters within the President’s administrative routine.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the retrieval and processing of specific reading materials regarding world leaders, including an essay by Arnold Toynbee. The conversation centers on logistical difficulties in obtaining a requested excerpt from a document. The exchange concludes without a clear resolution regarding the missing materials.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, at the Aspen Lodge during a weekend retreat at Camp David. The interaction, which was briefly interrupted by a withdrawn personal segment, remains historically opaque due to the absence of a transcript and the restriction of sensitive material. No substantive policy developments or administrative decisions are recorded for this brief encounter.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, reviewed a draft of an upcoming speech, specifically evaluating contributions from William E. Timmons and Raymond K. Price, Jr. The discussion centered on strategic preferences regarding the inclusion of post-inaugural references, with input provided by John D. Ehrlichman and Alexander P. Butterfield. Following their review, the pair decided to revise the document to better align with the President's desired tone and content.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, collaborated on the drafting and revision of a radio speech regarding federal spending and taxation. The discussion focused on refining the rhetoric to avoid partisan blame, highlighting instead the shared fiscal concerns between the administration and key congressional committees. Nixon provided specific instructions for manual edits and retyping to emphasize his commitment to preventing tax increases while criticizing the structural flaws in Congress regarding fiscal responsibility.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, reviewed a draft of an upcoming radio address regarding Federal spending. Their discussion focused on refining specific terminology, particularly the use of the word "insurance" in the context of government expenditures. Nixon directed Woods to consult with an external contact to identify a more impactful or "striking" term to replace the current phrasing.
President Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met at Camp David to finalize the language and logistics for a radio speech regarding federal spending. The discussion focused on refining word choice, specifically concerning insurance-related terminology, while coordinating the broadcast setup in Laurel Lodge. An unknown aide assisted in the speech preparation and scheduling before the President and Woods concluded their session.
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.
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.
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.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, for a private discussion in the Oval Office. The entirety of the recorded conversation remains withdrawn from the public record due to its personal nature. Consequently, no official policy or administrative decisions were documented during this exchange.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office to coordinate administrative matters and scheduling. During the meeting, Haldeman facilitated a request for a call to Jeb Stuart Magruder while Woods discussed details regarding the President's upcoming schedule and telegram correspondence. The interaction primarily served as an operational brief for managing staff communications and executive priorities.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Rose Mary Woods to finalize his upcoming schedule and handle administrative correspondence. Nixon reviewed various campaign-related requests, rejecting several proposals for television spots and public outreach meetings, including those involving ethnic leaders and minority groups. Ultimately, the President decided to limit his public appearances and media engagements, opting for radio over television for Veterans Day messaging as the election approached.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met privately in the Oval Office for a brief two-minute session. Due to the withdrawal of the recorded content as personal and returnable material, the specific nature of their discussion remains unavailable for public review. No further administrative or policy developments were documented from this brief encounter.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman, Rose Mary Woods, and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative tasks and adjust his upcoming schedule. The participants finalized details regarding a meeting with Senate leaders and reviewed logistics for photo opportunities involving administration officials. They also managed various correspondence related to congressional candidates.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, held a brief administrative meeting in the Oval Office. The primary focus of the discussion concerned the President's schedule and the logistical arrangements for upcoming appointments. No significant policy decisions were made during this short exchange, which served primarily to coordinate the President's calendar.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and Manolo Sanchez to discuss various administrative, diplomatic, and personal matters, including the handling of official gifts and correspondence. They reviewed potential diplomatic outreach to King Faisal of Saudi Arabia regarding oil interests and addressed political concerns from American Jewish leaders concerning Soviet emigration. Additionally, the President authorized the procurement of commemorative plates for use as future state gifts and reviewed protocols for presidential seals on commemorative items.
President Nixon initiates a call to his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, through the White House operator. The conversation serves as a brief logistical exchange to connect the President with Woods. No substantive policy or political discussions are recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon instructed his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate a weekend trip to Camp David with his close associates Bebe Rebozo, Robert Abplanalp, and Hobart Lewis. The group was scheduled to depart the White House on Saturday afternoon to spend the remainder of the weekend and Monday at the retreat. This call served as an administrative request to finalize logistical arrangements and invitations for the President's guests.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate his daily schedule and manage upcoming appointments. The discussion centered on arrangements for Henry Kissinger's inclusion in the President's calendar. The meeting concluded with Woods preparing to return to finalize these logistical details.
President Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods coordinate the logistics for an upcoming meeting with Henry Kissinger. They discuss timing constraints, specifically noting Kissinger's departure schedule to ensure the President's meeting occurs between 9:00 and 9:31 a.m. This brief administrative exchange serves to finalize the President's morning agenda regarding his advisor.
President Nixon met with representatives from the National Federation of Business and Professional Women’s Clubs (BPW) to discuss their organization's role and the Administration's efforts regarding women's appointments. The conversation included a photo opportunity, a discussion on the importance of economic equality and the elimination of discrimination, and a brief comparison of Chinese cultural apparel. During the visit, the participants exchanged gifts, including 1896 Republican National Convention tickets presented to the President by Jeanne Squire.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate his upcoming schedule and manage administrative priorities. The discussion centered on organizing meetings with Soviet officials, including Ambassador Anatoliy F. Dobrynin, and addressing legislative matters such as the recent rejection of a spending limit. The President also deliberated on the necessary messaging and involvement of staff members John Ehrlichman and Caspar Weinberger regarding these congressional relations.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and other staff members to finalize his pre-election campaign schedule, including plans for radio addresses, a Veterans Day event, and a trip to Appalachia. The discussion focused on projecting a presidential image while avoiding political pitfalls like unscripted press conferences, where the President feared questions would be dominated by the Watergate controversy. The participants also evaluated potential Senate leadership changes and debated media strategy, with the President directing his staff to shun hostile press members and prioritize more favorable outlets.
President Nixon consults with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, regarding the formatting and legibility of his prepared radio scripts. Nixon expresses a desire to avoid larger print to prevent eye strain or dependency, yet acknowledges the need for sharper, more readable type. He instructs Woods to coordinate with Manolo Sanchez to ensure future drafts are produced on a standard typewriter with clearer text.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the formatting preferences for a document, specifically focusing on typeface selection and paragraph spacing. The conversation centers on the visual presentation of the text to ensure it meets the President's approval. No major policy decisions are made, as the exchange is limited to administrative and clerical feedback regarding document layout.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, and unidentified staff to finalize revisions for a radio address scheduled for October 29, 1972. The discussion focused on crafting a critique of his opponent's national defense proposals by contrasting the status of U.S. nuclear forces in 1962 against the state of affairs in 1969. Nixon emphasized the necessity of highlighting the Soviet Union's nuclear buildup during a period of American inaction, directing staff to incorporate these points into the final speech draft.
President Nixon met with key advisors, including H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and Charles Colson, to coordinate political messaging and media strategy in the final stretch of the 1972 presidential campaign. The discussion centered on countering recent CBS news reports regarding Watergate, managing public expectations for a Vietnam peace settlement, and finalizing the President’s radio speech schedule. Nixon emphasized the importance of aggressive, disciplined political messaging, instructing his team to ensure that surrogates and administration officials remained unified in their efforts to contrast his administration's position with George McGovern's campaign platforms.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and spoke briefly with Tricia Nixon Cox to coordinate logistical details regarding his impending departure for Camp David and his upcoming schedule. The discussion primarily focused on administrative matters, including the handling of dictabelts for the President's private files and requests for revisions to a speech draft on urban policy prepared by Raymond K. Price, Jr. Woods was tasked with managing campaign surrogate schedules and ensuring the prompt delivery of speech materials for the President's review.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and other staff members met to finalize the President's upcoming "Look to the Future" campaign speech and coordinate media strategy for the final days of the 1972 election. The discussion focused on television airtime purchases, speech pacing and editing, and managing campaign appearances in the context of ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations. The President also addressed organizational plans for the Republican National Committee and broader GOP candidate support efforts.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, coordinate administrative arrangements regarding the preparation of remarks by Marjorie P. Acker. The discussion centers on ensuring that the necessary staffing and drafting assignments are finalized for upcoming executive communications. No further policy or strategic developments are addressed in this brief exchange.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the status of administrative edits and numerical revisions to a set of remarks. The two coordinate the processing of these changes, with Woods confirming that her staff is currently tallying the updated figures. Nixon requests that she notify him as soon as the final count is reconciled.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate the final editing and typing of an important speech draft. The President emphasized the need for a clean, finalized version and instructed Woods to distribute the completed portions to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler’s office. This brief exchange focused on streamlining the document preparation process to ensure timely dissemination of the revised text.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met to discuss final preparations for a scheduled radio address regarding national health policy. They reviewed specific changes to the script and addressed the logistical handling of the press copies for the upcoming broadcast. The conversation served to ensure the speech materials were finalized and ready for distribution prior to the President’s campaign engagement.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and Marjorie P. Acker to review administrative tasks and personal correspondence during the final days of the 1972 campaign. The discussion centered on finalizing edits for the President's "Look to the Future" speech and handling gift-related communications, including a painting and a message from Amory Houghton, Jr. The participants also managed various campaign-related notes and scheduling logistics to ensure the President's materials were prepared for upcoming public events.
President Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods coordinate the preparation and distribution of a forthcoming list of presidential telephone calls. Nixon instructs Woods to withhold the current 'reading copy' of the document after noting minor corrections on his own version. They conclude by prioritizing the finalization of these materials before release through Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler.
President Richard M. Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods met to discuss administrative matters, campaign strategy, and media coverage regarding the 1972 election. They reviewed the President's upcoming schedule, including radio speeches and a list of telephone calls, while also critiquing the perceived hostility and desperation of Democratic campaign tactics. Additionally, the pair coordinated logistics for official photographs and discussed recent television appearances by political allies like John Connally.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, exchanged a brief telephone call to coordinate further communication. The conversation served primarily as a logistical step for the President to instruct Woods to place a return call. No substantive policy matters or decisions were addressed during this exchange.
President Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods briefly discussed the initial positive outlook of the 1972 presidential election returns on the evening of Election Day. Despite the President's cautious stance as he awaited further results later that night, Woods expressed strong optimism regarding the early favorable projections. Their exchange highlights the expectant atmosphere at the White House as the landslide victory began to take shape.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, held a brief telephone conversation shortly after the 1972 presidential election. The interaction consists of a routine exchange of greetings, though the majority of the brief call remains classified or withdrawn from the public record. No significant policy decisions or administrative actions are captured in the available transcript.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman, Ron Ziegler, and Rose Mary Woods to plan the second-term administration transition, including the upcoming Cabinet and staff meetings. They discussed the requirement for all political appointees to submit their resignations to facilitate a comprehensive reorganization and structural reform of the executive branch. Additionally, the President and his staff reviewed the positive 1972 election results, addressed concerns regarding the lack of support for Republican congressional candidates, and prepared for the President's upcoming trip to Florida.
President Nixon met with his staff and Henry Kissinger to discuss the transition into his second term, the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations, and various administrative matters. Nixon emphasized his desire to centralize control over foreign policy and White House personnel, signaling a move away from relying on State Department officials like William Rogers for Vietnam initiatives. The group also coordinated logistics for Kissinger's travel to Camp David and New York, reviewed recent election results, and addressed personal financial arrangements for White House staff.
President Nixon coordinates with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to arrange for Bebe Rebozo to visit Camp David earlier than planned to provide company during a busy period of staff meetings. Nixon expresses a desire to avoid dining with staff during his current series of consultations with Vice President Agnew and John Connally. Additionally, Nixon declines an invitation from Washington Redskins coach George Allen to attend a football game, citing his focus on second-term reorganization plans and a preference to avoid public appearances before Thanksgiving.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the logistics of an upcoming visitor's schedule and the President's availability at Camp David. The conversation touches on balancing professional obligations with personal plans around the Thanksgiving holiday. Nixon indicates a preference to remain at Camp David rather than traveling for public events during this period.
President Nixon and his secretary Rose Mary Woods coordinate her travel to Camp David to assist with the drafting and processing of personalized thank-you letters following the 1972 election. The President emphasizes the urgency of reaching out to labor leaders and Democrats to maintain political support, noting that current draft forms are inadequate. Nixon instructs Woods to arrange transportation via helicopter with Jack Brennan to ensure she arrives the following morning to finalize these communications.
President Nixon directs his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to travel to Camp David to assist with a high-priority mailing project involving hundreds of personalized letters. Nixon explains the urgency of the correspondence, which includes letters to labor groups being drafted by Chuck Colson and Don Rogers, and instructs Woods to coordinate her helicopter transport through Brennan. The primary goal of this meeting is to finalize and dispatch this urgent batch of presidential communications.
President Nixon directs Rose Mary Woods to notify his associates that his upcoming Florida trip will be delayed by one week to accommodate Henry Kissinger’s return from Paris and to coordinate with his Cabinet’s return from abroad. The two also discuss the impending resignation of U.S. representative Gordon H. Scherer, which stemmed from a disagreement with State Department instructions regarding a treaty for the protection of journalists. Nixon agrees to consult with George H.W. Bush on the matter and mandates that a congratulatory telegram be sent to West German Chancellor Willy Brandt regarding his electoral victory.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met at Camp David to coordinate the comprehensive reorganization of the executive branch and White House staff for the second term. They discussed specific personnel changes, including the removal of Bob Dole from the Republican National Committee in favor of George H.W. Bush, the restructuring of Cabinet positions, and strategies for managing high-level officials like John Mitchell, Henry Kissinger, and William Rogers. Additionally, the President issued firm directives regarding inaugural pavilion designs, press relations, and the necessity of maintaining control over departmental transitions, while preparing for sensitive discussions with staff members slated for departure or reassignment.
President Nixon consulted his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate various scheduling matters and logistics regarding his upcoming travel and personal appointments. The discussion focused on confirming an appointment with his dentist, Dr. William O. Chase, and discreetly inquiring about the holiday operating hours of the Mudge, Rose, Gutherie and Alexander law firm in New York. Additionally, they reviewed travel arrangements involving Bebe Rebozo and Julie Nixon Eisenhower, as well as the status of meetings with Cabinet members.
President Nixon coordinated plans with Rose Mary Woods for a surprise visit to the Mudge, Rose, Guthrie and Alexander law firm in New York during the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday. Nixon decided to have John Mitchell arrange the visit to ensure he could briefly greet the staff and senior partners without disrupting firm operations. Additionally, the President requested that Woods schedule a 9:00 a.m. appointment with his barber.