President Nixon utilized the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, Alexander M. Haig, Jr. The primary purpose of the call was to locate Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler, who was reportedly en route home. Nixon directed the operator to ensure that Haig returned the call immediately upon receiving the message.
On June 12, 1973, White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 10:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 040-047 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 40-47
Date: June 12, 1973
Time: 10:57 pm
Location: White House Telephone
The White House operator talked with the President.
Ronald L. Ziegler’s location
Telephone call to Alexander M. Haig, Jr.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 Do not cite this transcript as authoritative.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.