Hirsch, William
William Hirsch appears as a participant in several conversations captured on the White House Tapes at Camp David between October 1972 and February 1973. During this period, he was recorded in meetings with President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower. His specific role or official title within the Nixon administration is not clearly identified in the available records.
What Hirsch talks about on the tapes
Camp David 12Logistics 7telecommunications 2Communications 2Communication 2White House Tapes 1White House residence 1White House personnel 1White House operations 1Transportation 1Second term reorganization 1Public relations 1
Conversations (13)
William Hirsch contacted the Camp David operator to provide an update regarding his location and schedule. He informed the operator that he would be utilizing the facility for a brief period of five to ten minutes. This routine communication served to coordinate his presence at the presidential retreat.
William Hirsch coordinated with the Camp David operator to facilitate a telephone connection for Mrs. John S.D. Eisenhower. The brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to ensure the successful placement of her call. No further substantive policy or administrative matters were addressed during this exchange.
William Hirsch coordinates with the Camp David operator and Mr. Harris to facilitate communications infrastructure improvements at the retreat. The discussion focuses on the logistical requirement for a telephone with an extra-long cord to serve the Aspen and Dogwood cabins. Hirsch further arranges for a follow-up assessment regarding the installation of additional phone jacks to improve connectivity.
William Hirsch met with an unidentified individual at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to oversee technical adjustments to the facility's telephone infrastructure. The participants focused on the physical placement of a telephone unit and the logistical challenges posed by the length of the cord. The discussion concluded once the cabling issues were addressed.
William Hirsch contacted the Camp David operator to verify the current time. This brief exchange served exclusively as a routine time check for the caller. No other substantive topics or policy discussions were addressed during the interaction.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met at Camp David to strategize the reorganization of the White House for the second term, specifically focusing on personnel changes, cabinet appointments, and the establishment of an outside "New Majority" operation. They discussed the replacement of H. R. Haldeman’s office, the transition of roles for staff like Charles Colson and various cabinet members, and the strategic importance of managing public relations and congressional outreach. Additionally, the President provided directives regarding his schedule, the need for increased professionalism in public appearances, and the imperative to settle pending administrative decisions before his second term began.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower met with Helene Drown and William Hirsch at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David to coordinate logistics and movement. The discussion centered on transit arrangements, specifically the readiness of the President's car and the group's planned walk toward Laurel Lodge. The meeting concluded with the participants preparing to depart for these locations.
William Hirsch met with an unknown individual at Camp David to facilitate administrative logistical requests, including the retrieval of a briefcase. The conversation also touched upon details regarding President Nixon’s historic trip to the People's Republic of China. The participants coordinated through the Camp David operator to arrange further communication with a specific female contact.
President Nixon met with William Hirsch at the Aspen Lodge during the holiday season to discuss the residence's atmosphere. The conversation focused on the quality of the Christmas decorations, for which Hirsch held responsibility, and the maintenance of the fireplace. No major policy decisions were made during this informal exchange.
President Nixon met with William Hirsch at Camp David to briefly discuss the President's upcoming schedule. The conversation included arrangements for an incoming telephone call and the provision of refreshments. No significant policy decisions or major developments were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
William Hirsch utilized the Camp David telephone system to facilitate logistical communications between the facility's kitchen staff and personnel at the Aspen lodge. The exchange primarily served as an administrative request to connect Hirsch with Charlie C. Sumrell. No substantive policy discussions occurred, as the dialogue was limited to verifying availability and routing the call.
William Hirsch and Charles Sumrell coordinate the retrieval of recording equipment and tapes located in the den at Camp David. They discuss the logistics of whether to transport the entire machine or simply remove the tapes for collection. The conversation concludes with the decision to bring both the tapes and the smaller recording device to the requested location.
President Nixon met with William Hirsch at Camp David to discuss the arrangement and placement of furniture and amenities on the grounds. The conversation centered on the preferences for lounge chair locations, specifically comparing the sunroom and the pool area. No high-level policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange regarding the facility's layout.