President Nixon instructed Major General James D. Hughes to initiate standard protocol following the death of Congressman George W. Andrews. The President requested that an aide be dispatched to assist the Congressman’s widow, Elizabeth Andrews. This brief exchange served to ensure appropriate administrative and ceremonial support for the grieving family during the holiday.
On December 25, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and James D. ("Don") Hughes talked on the telephone from 11:21 am to 11:22 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 017-084 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 17-84
Date: December 25, 1971
Time: 11:21 am - 11:22 am
Location: White House Telephone
The President talked with Maj. Gen. James D. Hughes.
Congressman George W. Andrews's death
-Aide for his widow [Elizabeth Andrews]This transcript was generated automatically by AI and has not been reviewed for accuracy. Do not cite this transcript as authoritative. Consult the Finding Aid above for verified information.