A White House operator coordinates with President Nixon to facilitate an urgent communication with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen. The President seeks to confirm Petersen’s current availability, as he is expected to initiate a call to the White House within minutes. This brief exchange serves to prepare the President for a critical, time-sensitive discussion regarding ongoing legal or investigative matters.
On April 25, 1973, White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 8:17 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 038-135 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 38-135 Date: April 25, 1973 Time: 8:17 am Location: White House Telephone The White House operator talked with the President. [See also Conversation No. 904-3] Henry E. Petersen’s location
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