President Nixon dictates a memorandum for the file regarding a specific administrative or diplomatic matter, referencing internal records and procedural details. The brief exchange involves the President reviewing documentation, specifically noting a reference to Canada and an unpopular act or decision. This recording serves as an official record of the President's internal directives and administrative notes.
On May 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:23 pm and 4:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 334-026 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 334-26
Date: May 2, 1972
Time: Unknown between 1:23 pm and 4:38 pm
Location: Executive Office Building
The President dictated a memorandum for the file [portions were replayed].
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[Previous PRMPA Personal Returnable (G) withdrawal reviewed under deed of gift 10/07/2019.
Segment cleared for release.]
[Personal Returnable]
[334-026-w001]
[Duration: 47s]
Canada [?]
An unpopular decision or act
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