Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 440
Nixon White House Tape 440 (May 22, 1973 – May 29, 1973)
66 conversations · Old Executive Office Building · about 3 hr 19 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Sanchez, Bull, Haig, Ziegler
President Nixon held a meeting with unknown individuals in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct executive business. Due to the lack of an available transcript, the specific subject matter and resulting action items remain undocumented. The session occurred during a period of intense scrutiny regarding the administration's internal affairs.
President Nixon held a discussion with an unidentified individual regarding matters of peace. Due to the limited nature of the recording, the specific context and participants remain obscured. No substantive policy shifts or action items can be verified from the surviving audio fragment.
President Nixon met with Raymond Price, Alexander Haig, and J. Fred Buzhardt to strategize the content and presentation of a White House White Paper regarding the Watergate scandal. The group focused on drafting a cover statement that addressed specific controversies, including the funding of defendants, the Ellsberg break-in, and the involvement of key aides like H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman. They also discussed plans to brief influential Congressional leaders, such as Henry Jackson and Barry Goldwater, to ensure consistent messaging regarding prior statements and wiretaps.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled interaction with a White House operator in his Old Executive Office Building workspace. The primary purpose of the contact was to facilitate an outgoing telephone connection. No substantial policy matters were addressed during this minute-long exchange.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler held a brief, one-minute meeting in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate administrative or press-related matters. While no transcript exists for this interaction, the meeting serves as an internal check-in between the President and his primary spokesperson during the height of the Watergate scandal. The session represents a routine point of contact for managing the administration's public narrative and scheduling priorities.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction serves as a routine administrative request to connect the President with an outside party. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occur during this brief recorded window.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler held a brief, informal discussion regarding the nature and extent of Ziegler's professional autonomy. The conversation centers on the President clarifying the degree of freedom granted to his press secretary in his official duties. No specific policy decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled meeting with an unidentified White House operator in his Old Executive Office Building suite. The interaction served as a routine administrative coordination between the President and the switchboard staff. Due to the lack of an available transcript or audio content, no specific policy decisions or substantive topics were recorded for this encounter.
President Nixon and William E. Timmons meet to discuss organizational logistics and the status of various outreach initiatives. The conversation focuses on regional shifts in political operations and the management of leadership expectations regarding upcoming initiatives. No definitive policy decisions are recorded, as the discussion remains largely centered on logistical updates.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss the President’s upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on administrative planning and logistical arrangements regarding official appointments. No significant policy decisions or controversial developments were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. While no transcript or detailed record of the dialogue exists, the session served as a private engagement between the President and a long-time member of his domestic staff. No policy decisions or administrative actions were documented as outcomes of this interaction.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The brief exchange focused exclusively on establishing a connection for the President. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this administrative interaction.
President Nixon consulted with legislative liaison William E. Timmons to discuss strategies for managing public perception and the administration's policy response to ongoing political pressures. The brief exchange focused on coordinating legislative action with the necessity of publicly articulating the White House's position. This meeting served as a direct effort to align executive messaging with congressional maneuvers during a period of intense scrutiny.
President Nixon initiated a brief contact with the White House operator from his office in the Old Executive Office Building. The conversation was functional in nature, serving primarily to facilitate a telephone connection. No substantial policy or political discussions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting with his assistant for congressional relations, William E. Timmons. Given the absence of a recorded transcript, the discussion likely concerned immediate legislative updates or the status of ongoing congressional affairs. The brevity of the exchange suggests it served primarily as a swift coordination or status check between the President and his liaison.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction was limited to the delivery and consumption of refreshments. No significant policy discussions or administrative decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, in his Old Executive Office Building workspace to review administrative details. The discussion centered on coordinating the President's upcoming schedule, specifically regarding engagements with Republican Congressional leadership and First Lady Pat Nixon. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief planning session.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to coordinate the administration's strategic response to the unfolding Watergate scandal. The discussion centered on the preparation and forthcoming release of a formal White House White Paper regarding the matter. They specifically deliberated on the intended distribution methods to ensure the document effectively addressed public and political scrutiny.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to discuss personal and family-related matters, including the delivery of a message from his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The conversation also involved discussions regarding First Lady Pat Nixon and a request for the President to place a telephone call to his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative and personal exchange.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This interaction served primarily as a logistical step to connect the President with another party for further communication. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, for a brief one-minute session in the Old Executive Office Building. While no transcript exists for this interaction, the meeting served as an administrative touchpoint between the President and his assistant. The encounter is formally indexed as part of the White House Taping System's record of presidential activities during the Watergate era.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, for a brief one-minute session in the Old Executive Office Building. The primary purpose of this meeting was to facilitate a handoff or coordination of materials, as indicated by a direct reference to a subsequent conversation. No substantive policy discussions were recorded during this extremely short administrative interaction.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to coordinate the White House strategy regarding the escalating Watergate scandal and the administration's public relations response. The discussion centered on managing communications through Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler and preparing for a critical meeting with Republican congressmen. Haig also briefed the President on recent consultations with William J. Baroody and addressed concerns regarding national security implications of the unfolding investigation.
President Nixon met with Alexander Haig to discuss the nature and implications of Patrick Buchanan’s recent interactions with Vice President Spiro Agnew. The brief consultation focused on assessing the political fallout and potential risks associated with these communications. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short exchange regarding the internal dynamics of the administration.
President Nixon held a brief, nine-minute meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified individual. Due to the lack of audio content or transcript documentation for this recording, the specific subject matter and any resulting directives remain unknown to researchers. The session serves as a brief placeholder within the archival record of the President's daily schedule.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative matters regarding the President's upcoming schedule. The brief interaction served as a logistical check-in between the President and his staff member. No further substantive policy decisions or developments were recorded during this segment of the meeting.
President Nixon met with key Republican congressional leaders and White House staff to discuss strategies for containing the political fallout from the Watergate scandal. The participants debated the timing and content of a forthcoming White House "White Paper" and discussed the potential benefits of a presidential press conference to restore public confidence. They also reviewed legislative management, specifically the importance of maintaining congressional support for administration initiatives amidst ongoing committee investigations and allegations of intelligence-gathering activities.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief, informal encounter. The discussion focused on scheduling logistics related to the President's upcoming engagements. No substantive policy matters or major historical developments were addressed during this short interaction.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative and logistical matters. The brief interaction focused on the President's upcoming schedule and requirements for writing materials. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this short appointment.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate logistics for an upcoming Cabinet meeting and the swearing-in ceremony of Elliot L. Richardson. They discussed the involvement of key officials, specifically clarifying that Henry Kissinger would not be participating in the day's scheduled events. Nixon finalized arrangements for transportation and briefed Bull on the expected sequence of activities involving Chief Justice Warren E. Burger and an event for prisoners of war.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate the delivery of a personal note intended for former Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman. The exchange was coordinated by Lawrence M. Higby, serving as an intermediary for the document's transfer. This brief interaction concludes with the departure of the unknown visitor, marking a focused logistical exchange regarding communication with a key aide during the height of the Watergate investigations.
President Richard Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief discussion focused on the acquisition and logistics of pens. No further policy-related developments were recorded during this encounter.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled meeting in the Old Executive Office Building to address an unidentified matter. Given the absence of a transcript or specific details, the substance of the discussion remains undocumented in the historical record. Consequently, no specific policy decisions or action items were captured for this segment.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified woman. The interaction was primarily social in nature, focusing on the provision of refreshments. The meeting concluded immediately after these amenities were handled, with no substantive policy or political discussions recorded.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss the need to maintain morale following the public disclosure of national security information. Nixon emphasizes the necessity of the recent decision to release the material despite the political sensitivity. They agree to postpone a more detailed discussion regarding upcoming summer messaging and the status of their diplomatic progress until a later time.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a telephonic communication. The brief exchange served primarily to initiate a call, reflecting routine administrative coordination within the White House communications system. No substantive policy discussions or major decisions were recorded during this brief interaction.
President Nixon requested that the White House operator place a telephone call to an unnamed party. This brief interaction served as a routine administrative request to facilitate direct communication through the White House switchboard. No substantive policy matters or political discussions were recorded during this brief connection.
President Nixon and Senate Minority Leader Hugh Scott discuss Scott’s recent public performance, with Nixon expressing strong approval of his messaging. The conversation centers on the necessity of secret diplomacy, with Nixon framing the protection of classified information as essential to the success of foreign policy initiatives like opening relations with China, arms limitation with the Soviets, and the return of POWs from Vietnam. Nixon emphasizes the irony of critics undermining national security while the administration attempts to secure long-term peace through confidential negotiations.
President Nixon and Representative Leslie C. Arends briefly discussed the state of political morale and the importance of maintaining a firm stance regarding instances of intentional, brutal violence. Nixon emphasized the necessity of addressing such misconduct aggressively to ensure public support and effective leadership. The conversation concluded with an exchange of mutual resolve regarding their political strategy.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief encounter was centered on the provision of refreshments. No other significant political or administrative business was recorded during this interaction.
President Nixon met with an unidentified male visitor in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss matters related to the President's schedule. The conversation touched upon the movements and activities of First Lady Pat Nixon, specifically involving the use of an automobile. No further details regarding the identity of the visitor or the broader implications of their discussion are available due to the lack of a transcript.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discussed managing the White House's public image regarding the Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on the necessity of government secrecy. Nixon emphasized using the protection of sensitive foreign policy initiatives, such as diplomatic breakthroughs with China and Russia, to justify withholding information from the media. The pair also explored strategies to initiate public controversy to deflect criticism from the New York Times and considered potential government roles for Peter G. Peterson.
President Nixon held a brief, informal check-in with the White House operator to facilitate an immediate follow-up connection. This interaction served primarily as a logistical bridge to initiate a subsequent telephone conversation. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions occurred during this specific exchange.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the President's recent interaction with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, regarding her upcoming television appearance. The conversation touches on public relations strategies for the administration, emphasizing the need for maintaining secrecy in foreign policy and securing public support for the President’s agenda. Additionally, they reflect on the favorable public reception of a recent event honoring returning prisoners of war.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative matters concerning his upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the brief meeting involved arrangements for a planned reception honoring returning prisoners of war (POWs). No further substantive policy decisions or political developments were recorded during this brief administrative encounter.
President Nixon met with unidentified individual(s) in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate his upcoming travel schedule to Florida. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements for the trip, including the swearing-in ceremony for Attorney General Elliot L. Richardson. Key staff members, including Patrick J. Buchanan and Alexander M. Haig, Jr., were noted in relation to these scheduling requirements.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met briefly to discuss the political climate and personal pressures surrounding his administration. Their exchange touched upon the impact of public challenges and the potential release or management of sensitive documents. The conversation reflects the President's reliance on family support during the escalating scrutiny of his presidency.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull engage in a brief administrative discussion regarding the personal security or presence of an unidentified female individual. The President issues a directive to ensure her continuous availability or protection. The exchange serves as a logistical instruction concerning the management of staff or personnel protocols within the White House.
President Nixon held a private meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified individual. Given the lack of a transcript or record of the participants, the specific substance of their discussion remains unknown. The meeting lasted less than thirty minutes and concluded with the visitor's departure before 5:39 pm.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative and logistical arrangements. Their conversation focused on coordinating specific details regarding both the President’s personal schedule and the valet's own duties. No major policy decisions were made during this brief interaction, as the dialogue remained restricted to internal staffing and timing matters.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief, informal encounter. The session was limited to the provision of refreshments, with no substantive policy or administrative discussions recorded. Sanchez departed shortly after attending to these personal services.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, engage in a brief, informal social interaction while in the Old Executive Office Building. Their dialogue centers on coordination regarding an upcoming dinner engagement and general personal pleasantries. No substantive policy matters or official political decisions are addressed during this short exchange.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to handle routine administrative matters. The discussion centered on logistics regarding the President’s upcoming schedule and movements to the residence, as well as the handling of his briefcase. The interaction concluded with brief, mundane exchanges concerning the weather, reflecting the informal nature of their professional relationship.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief, informal interaction. The discussion centered on an unidentified object presented or handled during the meeting. No significant policy decisions or substantive administrative actions were recorded during this brief encounter.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his personal schedule and manage incoming correspondence. The discussion focused primarily on organizing telephone calls, including outreach to Julie Nixon Eisenhower regarding specific letters and potential communications involving Moscow. The brief session served to finalize the President's immediate agenda and logistical priorities.
President Nixon met with an unidentified male visitor in the Old Executive Office Building to briefly discuss the whereabouts of Manolo Sanchez. Stephen B. Bull may have been present or involved in facilitating the brief exchange. The conversation concluded quickly, resulting in no documented policy decisions or significant administrative actions.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing telephone call to Thomas A. Hart. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and Hart. No further discussion occurred during this short exchange beyond the initiation of the requested connection.
President Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting with Thomas Hart in the Old Executive Office Building. Due to the lack of an available transcript or audio content, the substance of the discussion remains undocumented. No specific decisions or action items can be attributed to this exchange.
President Nixon met briefly with his longtime personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The discussion focused on logistical matters, specifically concerning Sanchez’s current work schedule and duties related to the White House residence. The brief interaction concluded with no major policy decisions recorded.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engage in a brief, disjointed discussion regarding the logistics and timing of their communication. The dialogue centers on the inconvenience of late-night contact and the President's preference for Haldeman to handle certain matters independently. No major policy decisions are reached during this momentary exchange.
President Nixon initiated a brief interaction with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The conversation serves primarily as a logistical exchange to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or significant administrative decisions were recorded during this brief administrative task.
President Richard M. Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting with Thomas Hart in the Old Executive Office Building. Due to the lack of an available transcript or recording content, the specific topics discussed remain undocumented. Consequently, no substantive policy decisions or action items can be attributed to this exchange.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. This brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate a separate call, linking the President to another party. No substantive policy discussions or policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss administrative arrangements and preferences regarding potential meetings. Nixon explicitly rejected a proposed format involving sitting down for a question-and-answer session, preferring a more informal or limited interaction. The conversation reflects the President's firm refusal to engage in specific procedural requests despite Bull's attempts to discuss them.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate their strategy regarding ongoing investigations into the Watergate scandal and press relations. The participants discussed the potential risks of grand jury appearances, the challenges posed by the Special Prosecutor, and the necessity of maintaining a firm, combative stance against public accusations. Additionally, they reviewed concerns regarding the security and eventual disposition of the White House taping system and legal defense strategies for key staff members.
President Nixon held a meeting with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building. Due to the limited nature of the recording, which consists only of a brief closing remark, the specific topics and substantive outcomes of the discussion remain undocumented. The exchange concludes shortly after the President's departure from the meeting.