Stephen B. Bull
Stephen B. Bull served in the Nixon administration from its inception, initially working as a Staff Assistant to the President from January 1969 to February 1973. In February 1973, following the departure of Dwight L. Chapin, Bull was promoted to Special Assistant to the President and Appointments Secretary, a role he held until Nixon's resignation in August 1974. During the White House taping period (February 1971 – July 1973), Bull managed the President's daily schedule and appointments, and in March 1973, he assumed Alexander Butterfield's responsibility for overseeing the secret White House taping system.
862 conversations about Stephen B. Bull → (where Bull is the subject, not only a participant)
What Bull talks about on the tapes
Presidential scheduling 1,367White House operations 445White House administration 406Public relations 339White House logistics 331Henry Kissinger 292Vietnam War 250Scheduling 229Logistics 222Foreign Policy 1901972 election 173H. R. Haldeman 170
Conversations (3,174)
— Page 28 of 32President Nixon met with an unknown individual and later Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative tasks and logistical planning. Discussions centered on the President's upcoming schedule, including appointments and a potential meeting with Secretary of State William P. Rogers, as well as the finalization of a speech regarding crime and drug abuse. Specific action items included clearing the President's Monday schedule and reviewing the final draft of the law enforcement address.
On March 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:56 pm and 1:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 874-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull coordinated scheduling logistics for an upcoming meeting with Secretary of State William P. Rogers, with Henry Kissinger also under consideration. The discussion focused on finalizing a time slot between 2:00 and 2:30 PM, while briefly touching upon golf arrangements and potential delays concerning the Cost of Living Council. Bull was tasked with confirming the logistics to ensure the meeting proceeded as planned.
On March 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:05 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-067 of the White House Tapes.
On March 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 874-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed edits for an upcoming law enforcement speech. The primary focus was on the deletion of a reference to the assault of a police officer, with Nixon questioning why local jurisdiction issues were not adequately addressed and why federal prison guards were mentioned instead of federal officers. Nixon instructed Bull to have David Gergen clarify these points.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and Stephen Bull to coordinate administration messaging on several fronts, including Watergate, upcoming legislative priorities, and public relations strategies. They discussed maintaining a strategy of silence regarding Watergate while preparing a televised address to highlight domestic policy, specifically mandatory drug penalties and law enforcement support. Additionally, they planned the optics and scheduling for an upcoming meeting with Secretary of State William Rogers to project a focus on peace and international affairs.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to finalize a television address concerning federal law enforcement initiatives. The discussion centered on reviewing and incorporating the President's specific handwritten edits into the draft speech. Bull was tasked with ensuring these revisions were properly integrated into the final typed manuscript for the upcoming broadcast.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office to discuss revisions to a draft speech intended for television taping. Nixon reviewed and approved a document presented by Bull, which was part of the speech preparation process. The conversation focused on the specific pages and format required for the TV taping.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming schedule, including meetings with Congressional leaders, a planned farewell call to John J. McCloy regarding his resignation from the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and a briefing with Hermann Kahn. The conversation also covered administrative details for the President’s public events, specifically regarding the handling of drug enforcement personnel and protocol for White House reception lines. Nixon provided instructions to Bull on streamlining these social duties to improve efficiency and personal comfort during official engagements.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:06 pm and 3:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Colonel Robinson Risner, a recently returned prisoner of war, to discuss the conditions of his captivity in North Vietnam and the strategic rationale behind U.S. bombing campaigns. Risner provided detailed accounts of the brutal torture, isolation, and psychological tactics employed by North Vietnamese guards, as well as the POWs' resilient efforts to maintain communication and morale. The conversation also touched upon the necessity of providing reconstruction aid to North Vietnam as a pragmatic tool to guarantee the ceasefire and maintain U.S. influence, and the President sought Risner’s perspective on handling the small number of POWs accused of collaboration.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review his daily schedule and manage routine administrative tasks, including signing disaster assistance documents for Texas. The two discussed a scheduled telephone call from Julie Nixon Eisenhower and logistics regarding the President’s upcoming meetings with returning Prisoners of War. No major policy shifts occurred, as the session focused primarily on managing the President's public engagements and correspondence.
President Nixon met with Captain Jeremiah A. Denton, Jr. to discuss the experiences of American Prisoners of War (POWs) and plan a welcoming reception at the White House. The conversation focused on the personal resilience of POWs, the importance of an honorable conclusion to the Vietnam War, and the strategic necessity of U.S. involvement in global affairs to counter Soviet and Chinese influence. Nixon also solicited Denton's insights on the psychological endurance required during captivity and finalized logistical arrangements for an upcoming dinner honoring the returned servicemen.
On March 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:14 am and 11:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 878-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George H. W. Bush to discuss Republican candidate recruitment and election strategy for the 1974 cycle. The two reviewed primary race scenarios, including potential endorsements and the necessity of managing internal party conflicts, specifically regarding House and Senate campaigns. They also discussed the administration's policy on dispersing campaign funds through a candidate trust fund and reviewed controversial ambassadorial appointment processes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details for his upcoming schedule, specifically focusing on a reception for Foreign Service wives and a meeting with John J. McCloy. The President expressed a desire to minimize press visibility regarding these events, particularly concerning the involvement of the First Lady. Bull provided input on timing adjustments to better manage the sequence of these engagements.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the logistics of organizing, distributing, and storing the President's personal golf club sets across various locations, including the White House and Burning Tree Country Club. They specifically addressed the need to maintain a complete set of clubs for use at the White House while coordinating with Donald Kendall regarding offers to provide additional equipment. The conversation concluded with instructions to transfer a complete set of clubs to Burning Tree.
President Nixon met with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. and briefly with Ronald L. Ziegler to discuss the post-Vietnam War landscape, focusing on the treatment of returning prisoners of war (POWs) and the efficacy of the recent bombing campaigns. Nixon expressed deep dissatisfaction with the quality of strategic advice from the State Department and Policy Planning Board, instructing Haig to cultivate a new, deeper cadre of creative military thinkers outside of the traditional bureaucratic structure. The conversation underscored Nixon's desire to maintain a strong, unconventional foreign policy stance while minimizing the influence of press and public criticism on his decision-making process.
On March 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:14 pm to 4:18 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 878-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman convened to address a broad range of administrative, political, and crisis-management issues, including cabinet-level personnel appointments at the Department of Labor and the pending selection of a new FBI Director. The participants evaluated strategies for managing the unfolding Watergate scandal, specifically debating the merits of executive privilege and potential legal exposure for figures like John Mitchell. Additionally, the President discussed the public relations management of the recently returned Vietnam POWs and finalized plans to award a Medal of Freedom to filmmaker John Ford.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met with John J. McCloy to discuss the future of the Arms Control Advisory Committee and broader U.S. foreign policy challenges. The participants evaluated potential candidates for the committee—including David Packard and William Scranton—while expressing frustration over bureaucratic resistance and the tendency of some members to leak information or lobby against administration policy. Nixon emphasized his desire to move beyond passive reactions and actively shape world events, specifically addressing concerns regarding the shift in the balance of power in Western Europe, the need to maintain strong defense capabilities, and the implications of the Vietnam settlement.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman to coordinate administration strategy regarding ongoing Watergate investigations and to manage the President’s public messaging. The participants discussed the necessity of maintaining a firm stance on executive privilege while emphasizing full cooperation through sworn written statements to congressional committees. Additionally, they reviewed plans for upcoming speeches, personnel appointments, and strategies to address inflation and spending concerns by framing the administration’s agenda as a divestiture of power from the executive branch back to Congress.
President Nixon met with John Dean, Ronald Ziegler, Richard Moore, and Stephen Bull to strategize responses to ongoing Watergate investigations and Senate inquiries. Key discussions focused on managing public statements, the administration's use of executive privilege, and the potential testimony of key figures like Haldeman, Ehrlichman, and Colson. They debated how to handle press inquiries and congressional subpoenas, aiming to control the narrative and minimize damage to the administration, particularly concerning the testimony of L. Patrick Gray.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate administrative details regarding the memorial service for George T. Bell, an associate of H.R. Haldeman and John D. Ehrlichman. The discussion centered on Bell’s background in Christian Science and his recent passing following a battle with cancer. Nixon also discussed his intention to place a personal condolence call to Mrs. Bell.
In this meeting, President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed sensitive foreign policy developments involving the People's Republic of China (PRC) and the Soviet Union. They coordinated their diplomatic strategy regarding the high-level Chinese mission to the United States and reviewed a proposed nuclear treaty with the USSR. Additionally, Nixon and Kissinger strategized on how to frame US-Soviet relations and the issue of Soviet Jewish emigration in the face of domestic political pressure from figures like Senator Edward Kennedy.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:02 pm and 1:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 880-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to finalize the scheduling and attendance details for his upcoming meetings. They confirmed that Congressman Donald E. Young and Lucy Ferguson would follow a meeting with Max M. Fisher, with Nixon approving the request for Leonard Garment to join the discussion with Fisher. Finally, the President directed that these meetings be held in his office rather than the Oval Office.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:48 pm to 2:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 416-041 of the White House Tapes.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:58 pm and 3:02 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull met to review administrative scheduling and finalize correspondence details, including the retyping of letters and the departure of William L. Duncan. The discussion addressed preparations for upcoming presidential engagements, such as a potential briefing for Michael J. Mansfield and a meeting with a veterans' advocacy group. Nixon emphasized his desire to avoid becoming overly committed during the scheduled veterans' event.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman to address administrative oversight, White House personnel, and specific policy concerns. Key topics included the management of Soviet trade negotiations involving George Shultz and Henry Kissinger, potential adjustments to the Property Review Board, and the strategy for deregulating natural gas prices. The two also discussed personnel transitions, including the placement of Donald Santarelli and Balzano, and resolved to improve staff morale by addressing complaints regarding segregated dining facilities at the White House.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly discussed upcoming speeches, specifically a radio speech and a veterans speech scheduled for Saturday. Nixon clarified the timing and content of these speeches, noting that the "role of government" speech was for the following day. The conversation appears to be a quick check on Nixon's speaking schedule and related materials.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:30 pm and 5:31 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 880-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, John Dean, and Richard Moore discussed the President's recent press conference, focusing on the press's lack of interest in significant foreign policy matters and their intense focus on Watergate. They also debated the administration's strategy for handling Senate investigations, particularly regarding executive privilege and the release of FBI raw files, drawing parallels to Nixon's past role in the Alger Hiss case. The conversation highlighted concerns about potential subpoenas for White House staff and the legal and political implications of various disclosure scenarios.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to finalize travel arrangements for an upcoming trip scheduled to depart the following day at noon. The President confirmed the departure time and instructed Bull to verify the details for the duration of the visit, which was slated to extend through Monday. This logistical coordination ensured that the President’s itinerary remained on track for his weekend activities.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 6:33 pm to 6:34 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-042 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman to discuss White House administrative matters, including protocols for presidential gifts to POWs and the management of White House social events. The conversation primarily focused on the ongoing Watergate crisis, with Nixon and Haldeman evaluating the political risks of a potential cover-up versus full disclosure. They also discussed strategies for managing press relations, congressional testimony, and the assertion of executive privilege regarding White House staff.
President Nixon hosted Senator Pete V. Domenici and his family in the Oval Office for a cordial social visit. The discussion focused primarily on the Domenici children, their schooling, and the family's transition to living in Rockville, Maryland. During the meeting, Nixon shared anecdotes about his own family's political background and provided the group with a tour of the office's notable decorations, including artifacts from China and pieces crafted by his daughter, Julie. The visit concluded with arrangements for a group photograph and well-wishes for the Senator's upcoming work in Congress.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming daily schedule, focusing on coordination for meetings with John D. Ehrlichman and Herman Kahn. They discussed logistical arrangements for the President's return to the Oval Office and his planned speech regarding federal design, architecture, and the arts. The brief meeting concluded after addressing the administrative requirements for recording video and audio messages.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and manage the presidential schedule, including adjusting upcoming appointments and public appearances. The discussion centered on postponing a veterans' speech, coordinating meetings regarding court reform and economic legislation, and arranging briefings with George P. Shultz. Nixon emphasized clearing his calendar of specific minor events to prioritize key meetings and labor-management discussions.
President Nixon, John Ehrlichman, and Stephen Bull coordinated a last-minute cancellation of a scheduled Cabinet meeting. The participants decided to issue a formal memorandum the following morning to notify Cabinet members of the change and the underlying rationale. Furthermore, they arranged for Treasury Secretary George Shultz to provide a briefing on the international monetary situation the following week to ensure leadership was properly informed.
On March 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:10 am and 8:38 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 884-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule, focusing on the availability of staff for key meetings and the logistics of official engagements. They discussed the scheduling of Cabinet members and advisors, specifically noting Caspar Weinberger’s absence in San Francisco and the timing of a future meeting with George H.W. Bush regarding the Congressional Campaign Committee. These administrative discussions served to coordinate upcoming staff interactions and prioritize essential appointments for the following days.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule to manage meeting durations and logistics. Key discussions focused on limiting a courtesy call from the Citizens for Control of Federal Spending to ten minutes and coordinating the timing of other appointments, including sessions with George H.W. Bush and staff counselors. The President ultimately decided to proceed with the courtesy call, while Bull advised on the scheduling of additional administrative meetings.
President Nixon, Kenneth R. Cole, Jr., and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s remaining schedule for the week, ultimately deciding to clear the calendar of additional meetings to prioritize other administrative objectives. During the brief discussion, Cole requested that the President pose for a photograph to be featured on an upcoming Republican National Committee publication. Bull also presented an additional document requiring the President’s signature.
On March 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:40 pm and 5:45 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 885-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Stephen Bull discussed a variety of administrative and political concerns, including scheduling presidential meetings and managing the public fallout from the Watergate scandal. The participants deliberated on whether to have White House staff testify before investigative committees and the risks associated with potential disclosures and perjury. Nixon expressed frustration with the ongoing inquiries, emphasizing the need for a cohesive containment strategy to protect the administration while balancing the requirement for public explanations.
President Nixon consulted with Stephen B. Bull to ascertain the specific arrival time of George P. Shultz in Washington, D.C. on the following Thursday. Bull confirmed he was coordinating with John V. Brennan to retrieve these travel details. Nixon directed Bull to abandon the immediate search and follow up the next morning if the information remained unavailable.
On March 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:58 pm to 7:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 422-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to conduct a comprehensive review and reorganization of his daily schedule. The discussion focused on rescheduling several high-level meetings, specifically regarding interactions with Secretary of the Treasury George P. Shultz and Federal Reserve Chairman Arthur F. Burns. Nixon instructed Bull to clear his calendar through Thursday and finalize arrangements for a private meeting with Shultz at the White House.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate scheduling logistics for an upcoming trip to Florida, specifically regarding the movements of Secretary George Shultz and his staff. The discussion centered on transportation arrangements, including the use of helicopters to facilitate meetings between Nixon, Shultz, and John D. Ehrlichman. The primary outcome was the planning of these high-level consultations within the constraints of the President's travel itinerary.
In this March 21, 1973, meeting, John Dean informed President Nixon and his top aides, including H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman, about the escalating "cancer" of the Watergate cover-up. Dean detailed the blackmail demands from defendants and outlined the origins of the break-in, tracing it back to a directive from Haldeman for campaign intelligence. The discussion focused on the growing legal liabilities, the difficulty of raising funds for hush money, and the potential for key individuals to perjure themselves or reveal damaging information, leading to a "cancer on the presidency" that threatened to engulf Nixon.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to review the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on logistical arrangements for a Florida trip and various administrative appointments. They discussed the coordination of high-level meetings with officials such as George P. Shultz, as well as the management of media events and courtesy photo sessions. Nixon explicitly directed Bull to postpone decisions regarding a potential meeting with state legislators and confirmed his refusal to host a reception for the Organization of American States.
On March 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:05 pm and 1:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 886-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the scheduling of an upcoming Organization of American States (OAS) meeting in relation to the President's calendar. Nixon sought to clarify the exact dates of the event and expressed a preference for attending on April 13th rather than the 12th. Bull agreed to verify the specific event dates and follow up with the President accordingly.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Old Executive Office Building. The exchange consisted of mutual well-wishes and brief greetings between the two men. No substantive policy discussions or administrative actions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:01 am and 8:44 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 887-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming daily schedule, focusing primarily on a briefing for subcabinet officers. The discussion covered logistics for the briefing, including the room configuration, and addressed administrative tasks such as a scheduled call to Lindy Boggs and various meetings with staff and Cabinet members. Bull confirmed his attendance at the subcabinet briefing to assist with proceedings as the session commenced.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the logistics and strategic purpose of an upcoming briefing for subcabinet officers. The primary goal of the session was identified as a form of "therapy" for the attendees rather than a forum for substantive policy speeches. They addressed necessary coordination efforts, including the involvement of Secretary of State William P. Rogers, press coverage arrangements, and the structure of the agenda regarding budget and tax matters.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:07 am and 9:08 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 422-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to review the President’s upcoming schedule and coordinate administrative logistics. The discussion focused on arrangements for meetings with Raymond P. Shafer, representatives from the Cable Television Association, and Clay T. Whitehead. The two also addressed the scheduling of a photo session involving photographer Oliver F. Atkins before concluding the meeting.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Michael J. Farrell to verify the list of former presidents he had previously met for an upcoming photo opportunity with Mrs. Bruce Bedford. The participants confirmed that Nixon had encountered five former presidents, ranging from Herbert Hoover through Lyndon B. Johnson. They also discussed logistical arrangements for the meeting, including the specific seating configuration at the President's desk for the session.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:47 pm and 12:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 887-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon hosted Herbert G. Klein, his wife, and the Hall family in the Oval Office for a brief social visit. The primary purpose of the meeting was to facilitate photographs taken by White House photographer Ollie Atkins and to arrange for copies to be sent to the guests. The conversation remained informal, touching upon family relations, the Hall family’s residence in San Diego, and lighthearted exchanges regarding the Spanish language.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:53 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 887-017 of the White House Tapes.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:14 pm and 1:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-004 of the White House Tapes.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:14 pm to 1:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 422-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull met briefly to review the President’s daily schedule and pending administrative tasks. The discussion focused on arrangements for a phone call to Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau regarding the International Commission of Control and Supervision (ICCS) in Vietnam, following a recommendation from General Brent Scowcroft. Nixon ultimately directed that the call be prioritized to address the status of his correspondence with the Prime Minister.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull met briefly to address administrative logistics regarding the President's personal belongings and correspondence. The discussion focused on the status of a letter dispatched to Canadian Prime Minister Pierre E. Trudeau, which had been coordinated through Secretary of State William P. Rogers. The conversation concluded with Bull confirming the handling of the dispatch and the President preparing for his subsequent scheduled engagement.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 3:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 887-020 of the White House Tapes.
On March 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 3:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 887-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly in the Oval Office to discuss the President's schedule. The main agenda item was to confirm that George P. Shultz was ready to meet with the President. The meeting concluded quickly with Bull departing.
President Nixon met with George Shultz, John Ehrlichman, and others to discuss various administrative and economic policy challenges, including the status of an industrial commission and potential adjustments to farm subsidy programs. The conversation emphasized a desire for proactive political positioning on upcoming legislative issues rather than reactive policymaking. Additionally, the group reviewed personnel matters, specifically the resignation of Henry Kearns and the potential reappointment of Pierre-Paul Schweitzer at the IMF.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate an extensive list of upcoming White House events, travel logistics, and scheduling requirements. They reviewed details for California appearances, including ceremonial remarks and meetings with state legislators, while also discussing entertainment planning for a forthcoming POW dinner and official state visits. Nixon provided specific directives regarding social protocol, such as seating arrangements and head table designs, to ensure upcoming White House functions maintained an appropriate level of elegance and formality.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to conduct routine administrative business in the Oval Office. The primary focus of the discussion concerned the processing of documents requiring the President’s signature and the final scheduling details for the upcoming swearing-in ceremony of Congresswoman Corrine C. (“Lindy”) Boggs. The meeting concluded after these brief logistical arrangements were addressed.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the President's upcoming schedule and the political fallout from the Watergate scandal. They evaluate the necessity of a dramatic, high-level commission to investigate the scandal as a means to regain control over the narrative and counter the growing credibility crisis facing the White House, FBI, and Department of Justice. Amidst reports that key figures like Jeb Magruder and E. Howard Hunt may soon implicate senior staff, Nixon instructs Haldeman to gather facts and consult with others to manage the potential damage to his administration.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman, H.R. Haldeman, and others to discuss management strategies for the ongoing Wounded Knee incident and the unfolding Watergate scandal. The participants deliberated on whether to involve White House staff directly in PR for Wounded Knee, weighing the benefits of projecting control against long-term political risks. Regarding Watergate, they explored the possibility of the President appointing a special commission or cooperating with a grand jury to regain the initiative, while also addressing concerns about potential testimony from staff members like John Dean and Jeb Magruder.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming schedule and manage various diplomatic and administrative priorities. The discussion covered arrangements for meetings with the Indian ambassador, scheduling a briefing with Roger Shields regarding the return of prisoners of war, and preparations for Nguyen Van Thieu’s visit. Additionally, the two reviewed logistical details concerning presidential appointments, internal White House communications, and correspondence from Julie Nixon Eisenhower.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative logistics, specifically regarding a meeting with H.R. Haldeman and John Mitchell. The two discussed scheduling requirements and reviewed the status of pending nominations requiring the President's signature. Nixon emphasized the importance of streamlining the signing process and expressed a preference for minimizing Friday night work commitments.
President Nixon directs Stephen Bull to follow up with Brent Scowcroft regarding a requested compilation of patriotic statements made by returning prisoners of war. These quotes are intended for inclusion in the President's upcoming March 29 speech. Bull is instructed to secure the materials directly from Scowcroft rather than Henry Kissinger and to deliver them to the President as soon as they are available.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the delivery of specific materials or documents for review. The President requested that Bull check on the status of these items and ensure they were forwarded to him promptly. Bull agreed to follow up on the request and manage the administrative transfer of the requested information.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and refine his daily schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating upcoming appointments, specifically regarding potential meetings with John D. Ehrlichman. Nixon expressed a desire to conclude his administrative tasks efficiently to manage his time moving forward.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:09 am and 12:28 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 425-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to calculate the exact number of formal, televised addresses he had delivered from the Oval Office regarding the Vietnam War during his presidency. The President sought this data to contextualize his public communication efforts over the previous four years. Bull was tasked with finalizing this count, including the most recent address, for the President's review.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:35 pm to 12:36 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 425-009 of the White House Tapes.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:49 pm and 1:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-051 of the White House Tapes.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:49 pm to 1:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 425-013 of the White House Tapes.
On March 28, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:47 pm to 3:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 425-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs Stephen Bull to schedule a private breakfast meeting with Senate Majority Leader Mike Mansfield for the morning of April 8, 1973. The President intends to brief Mansfield personally on his upcoming travel to California and his plans for future bipartisan meetings. Nixon explicitly mandates that the meeting be restricted to just the two of them, with no other staff members or aides present.
President Nixon directs Stephen Bull to coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming meeting with bipartisan congressional leaders. The President emphasizes the need for proactive communication to ensure all participants are fully informed of the planned agenda before the event. This discussion reflects Nixon’s effort to manage legislative relations and maintain transparency regarding his strategic objectives.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his daily schedule and manage the distribution of news summaries and administrative materials. The discussion focused on confirming the timing of a meeting with George P. Shultz and determining which briefing materials were necessary for the day. Nixon ultimately decided to delay most administrative tasks until the following day, prioritizing his personal schedule and upcoming appointments.
President Nixon instructed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to postpone their upcoming California departure time from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM to accommodate a meeting with Attorney General Richard Kleindienst. Nixon prioritized securing additional time for this discussion, even if it required coordinating around Kleindienst's subsequent travel obligations to New York. He ultimately delegated the scheduling finalization to Bull, authorizing the 1:00 PM departure only if the 3:00 PM adjustment proved unfeasible.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discuss the logistics and scheduling of an upcoming presidential departure. Nixon instructs Bull to arrange the travel details while balancing his preference to remain in the office to attend to several pending tasks. The conversation focuses on the flexibility of the itinerary and the necessity of coordinating transportation arrangements.
On March 29, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:08 am and 9:20 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 424-018 of the White House Tapes.
On March 29, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:30 pm to 12:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 424-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull briefly coordinate logistical arrangements involving a flight and communication protocols. The discussion centers on the status of a backup link and verifying the presence of a senator on board a specific aircraft. No major policy decisions were made, as the exchange focused primarily on technical and personnel movements.
On March 29, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:30 pm and 6:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 044-084 of the White House Tapes.
On March 29, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 6:30 pm to 6:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 426-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to rehearse a televised address to the nation regarding his administration's domestic and foreign policy goals. The speech focused on the end of U.S. military involvement in Vietnam, the implementation of price controls on meat to curb inflation, and the President's commitment to fiscal restraint by opposing congressional spending increases. Nixon emphasized the necessity of maintaining military strength to ensure national security and leverage in future international arms negotiations.