President Nixon consulted with the White House operator in an attempt to reach aide Patrick J. Buchanan at his home. Upon learning that Buchanan had recently departed the White House and was unreachable at his residence, the President instructed the operator to attempt the call again in thirty minutes. This exchange reflects the administrative logistical efforts to establish contact with key staff members during the evening hours.
On September 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 009-032 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 9-32 Date: September 15, 1971 Time: 7:23 pm Location: White House Telephone The White House operator talked with the President. [See Conversation No. 277-30] Call to Patrick J. Buchanan -Location
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