President Nixon placed a brief, informal phone call to Congressman George H. Mahon to extend birthday wishes. Beyond the social pleasantries, the two exchanged brief words of encouragement regarding the political landscape and the nation's progress. No formal policy decisions were made, as Nixon explicitly stated his intent to avoid discussing official affairs of state.
On September 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and George H. Mahon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:03 pm to 7:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 279-049 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 279-49 Date: September 22, 1971 Time: 7:03 pm - 7:04 pm Location: Executive Office Building The President talked with George H. Mahon. [See Conversation No. 9-135]
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