Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 8
Nixon White House Tape 8 (August 16, 1971 – September 13, 1971)
120 conversations · White House Telephone · about 5 hr 35 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Haldeman, Colson, Price, Connally
H. R. Haldeman initiated a telephone call to locate Peter M. Flanigan on behalf of President Nixon. After failing to reach Flanigan directly at his office, Haldeman spoke with an administrative assistant to confirm his whereabouts and expected return time. This logistical exchange was intended to facilitate a follow-up communication between the President and Flanigan later that afternoon.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to request a connection to Charles W. Colson. The call serves as a logistical administrative step to facilitate direct communication with his special counsel. No substantive policy matters are discussed during this brief request.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to manage his incoming communications. He instructs the operator to cancel a pending call to Charles W. Colson because the staffer has arrived in person. No further substantive policy matters are addressed in this exchange.
H. R. Haldeman requested that the White House operator place a telephone call to Bernard J. ("Bunny") Lasker at the New York Stock Exchange. The brief exchange served as a logistical arrangement to facilitate direct communication between the White House Chief of Staff and the prominent financier. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief request.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request for the White House operator to connect him with Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. The call serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication with his key economic advisor. No substantive policy matters are discussed beyond the establishment of the connection.
President Nixon, Charles Colson, and Ron Ziegler contacted Secretary John Connally to commend his performance during a recent televised press conference. The participants praised Connally's effective confrontation with the press and his ability to clarify and augment the President's economic initiatives announced the previous evening. Colson specifically highlighted the enthusiastic praise received from CBS President Frank Stanton regarding the broadcast's impact.
Bernard J. "Bunny" Lasker contacted H.R. Haldeman to report on the surging New York Stock Exchange activity following President Nixon's August 15, 1971, economic address. The discussion focused on record-breaking Dow Jones gains and trading volume, which Lasker attributed to a newfound sense of national confidence. Lasker agreed to continue providing market updates to Rose Mary Woods to keep the White House informed of closing figures throughout the day.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a high-level consultation. This call was part of the administration's ongoing financial maneuvering during the August 1971 economic policy shift.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss the positive reception of the administration’s new economic policies, specifically noting Treasury Secretary John Connally's reports of bipartisan support and favorable market reactions. They review a commitment from General Motors to maintain 1971 vehicle prices in response to the President's wage and price freeze. The conversation concludes with administrative planning regarding the President's upcoming travel to New York City and schedule adjustments to avoid distractions at the White House.
President Nixon and Peter Flanigan discussed the administration's strategy for upcoming textile negotiations with Japan, emphasizing the need for a cautious approach following the President's August 15 economic announcement. Nixon instructed Flanigan to avoid providing premature assurances to industry leaders like Roger Milliken, arguing that the recent policy shifts had fundamentally strengthened the U.S. bargaining position. The conversation also covered the positive market reaction to the new economic policies, noting strong indicators in the stock market and home building sectors.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to his close friend and confidant, Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo. The brief exchange served purely administrative purposes to facilitate personal communication between the President and Rebozo. No substantive policy matters or official developments were discussed during this brief connection.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a follow-up call to speechwriter William L. Safire. The brief interaction served exclusively to facilitate communication with Safire. No further substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange.
President Richard M. Nixon spoke with his close confidant Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo in a brief, informal telephone exchange. The conversation primarily served as a personal check-in between the two men. No significant policy decisions or official government actions were recorded during this interaction.
President Nixon consulted with speechwriter William Safire regarding revisions to an upcoming address to the Knights of Columbus. The President tasked Safire with reviewing specific draft sections, particularly focusing on word choice and the inclusion of a 'cheer line.' Safire agreed to process these edits and incorporate suggestions from Raymond K. Price, Jr. before returning the document for the President's final review.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, via the White House operator. This interaction serves as a routine administrative request to facilitate communication with a key member of his inner circle. No further substantive discussion occurs during this short exchange.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed the positive public reception following his announcement of a wage-price freeze. Woods reported favorable anecdotal feedback from various acquaintances, including Jack Drown, regarding the administration's new economic measures. The conversation also briefly touched upon the status of a draft speech being prepared by William Safire for the President’s upcoming address to the Knights of Columbus.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an urgent telephone call to John K. Andrews, Jr. and Raymond K. Price, Jr. This communication was intended to facilitate direct contact with members of his speechwriting staff. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief request for administrative assistance.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a follow-up call to Senator Roman L. Hruska. The interaction was limited to this administrative request, serving as a logistical step to initiate communication with the Senator. No further substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon directs speechwriter John K. Andrews, Jr. to revise the draft for his upcoming address to the Veterans of Foreign Wars convention. Nixon instructs Andrews to pivot away from previous concepts in favor of themes emphasizing the challenge of peace, the maintenance of American military pride, and the necessity of economic strength and national spirit. The President suggests coordinating with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. to ensure consistent messaging across upcoming speeches and requests that Andrews join the trip to finalize the draft.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication regarding the current location of Senator Roman L. Hruska. The inquiry sought to determine whether Hruska was reachable in Helsinki, Finland. Upon receiving the operator's response, Nixon decided to abandon the attempt to place the call.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to speechwriter William L. Safire. The brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and his advisor. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this request.
President Nixon and William Safire discussed the drafting process for an upcoming speech to the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). They coordinated the involvement of John K. Andrews, Jr. and Raymond K. Price, Jr. regarding the speech's thematic content, specifically focusing on promoting the American spirit and ensuring the address remains impactful and newsworthy rather than derivative.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to domestic policy advisor John D. Ehrlichman. The brief exchange served as a procedural request to initiate communication with Ehrlichman. No further policy or strategic details were addressed during this short connection.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the positive reception of a briefing led by Treasury Secretary John Connally regarding the administration's recent wage and price freeze. They review the successful Cabinet turnout and evaluate the effectiveness of Arthur Burns and the Vice President’s involvement in promoting the President's vision. Additionally, the pair touches upon antitrust concerns involving ITT and Richard McLaren, as well as the performance of Cabinet members like George Romney during recent proceedings.
President Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, facilitated by a White House operator. The discussion was personal in nature and lacked any substantive policy or administrative content. No official decisions or actions were taken during this exchange.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an urgent telephone call to Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally. This administrative interaction served as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and his Treasury Secretary. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon consulted the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. Upon learning that Connally was currently occupied in a meeting in the Roosevelt Room, Nixon decided against interrupting him. The President opted to defer the contact and place a return call later instead.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to connect him with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The exchange serves as a brief personal communication initiated by the President. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions are addressed during this brief connection.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, engaged in a personal telephone conversation. The recording consists entirely of a withdrawn segment, indicating that the discussion was strictly private and familial in nature. No official policy matters or administrative decisions were documented in the available record.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to place a telephone call to Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. The brief exchange serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and his chief economic advisor. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon and Treasury Secretary John Connally discuss plans for an upcoming September 9, 1971, address to Congress regarding the administration's "Stage II" economic stabilization program. While they consider the prospect of the President appearing before Congress to participate in a televised question-and-answer session, they ultimately reject the idea due to concerns about establishing a precedent that could undermine executive privilege. Additionally, the President outlines a new public outreach strategy involving a briefing for Cabinet members' wives to build symbolic support for his economic policies among women.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to Major General James D. Hughes. This brief administrative interaction served as the initiation of a direct communication line between the President and his military aide. The conversation concluded immediately after the operator acknowledged the request.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to locate Military Aide Major General James D. Hughes, who was currently at the Pentagon. After learning Hughes would not be available until 5:30, the President directed the operator to attempt to reach Lieutenant Colonel Ralph D. Albertazzi instead. This brief exchange served as a logistical effort to facilitate urgent communication with military staff.
President Nixon consulted Lt. Col. Ralph D. Albertazzie to clarify the logistical flight times between Washington and Anchorage, Alaska. The conversation focused on establishing precise travel durations for both outbound and return segments of a potential trip. Albertazzie confirmed the flight times as seven hours and ten minutes to Anchorage and six hours and thirty minutes for the return journey.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal telephone call to First Lady Pat Nixon. The brief interaction served solely as a logistical request to establish a connection with the First Lady. No policy matters or administrative decisions were discussed during this exchange.
President Richard Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon engaged in a private telephone conversation regarding personal matters. The content of this dialogue remains restricted from public record due to its private nature, as indicated by the withdrawal of the segment from the archival file. No substantive policy decisions or administrative actions are associated with this interaction.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to be connected with Charles W. Colson. The call serves as a brief logistical communication to facilitate further discussion between the President and his special counsel. No substantive policy matters are addressed in this short exchange.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the administration's political strategy for passing legislation related to the wage and price freeze and the upcoming transition to Phase II of the economic program. They review favorable stock market trends and positive congressional feedback regarding the President's scheduled speech to Congress. The participants also coordinate a plan to leverage Federal Reserve Chairman Arthur F. Burns as a primary spokesperson to bolster public and congressional support for the administration's economic initiatives.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to First Lady Pat Nixon. The brief interaction served solely as a logistical request to connect the President with his wife. The conversation concluded immediately after the operator acknowledged the request.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to Senator Barry Goldwater. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to establish communication with the Senator. No further substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place calls to Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally and Senator Barry M. Goldwater. The operator confirms the request and initiates the process of locating both individuals. Nixon prioritizes the connection to Secretary Connally over the Senator.
President Nixon and Secretary of the Treasury John Connally discussed strategy for an upcoming speech to Congress regarding the administration's ongoing economic program and tax policy. The two agreed to maintain a hardline approach on fiscal restraint, specifically linking tax cuts to spending reductions, while dismissing opposition proposals like those from Edmund Muskie as desperate. They also coordinated on international monetary policy, agreeing to avoid premature intervention in negotiations with European nations and Japan to maintain U.S. leverage.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. The President requested that Price be located at his current position in the Lincoln Sitting Room for the purpose of a direct conversation. This brief administrative exchange served solely to bridge the communication link between the President and a member of his staff.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone communication through the White House operator to contact H.R. Haldeman. While the primary purpose was to reach his Chief of Staff, the recording captures unintelligible background chatter involving an unidentified individual. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were documented during this short exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed logistics and security concerns regarding an upcoming presidential trip to Portland and San Francisco. Nixon expressed apprehension about potential protesters at central city locations and favored staying at an airport hotel to improve security and limit accessibility for demonstrators. The pair ultimately shifted their planning focus toward selecting lodging that would minimize the risk of organized disruption.
Raymond K. Price, Jr. contacted the White House operator to facilitate a call to his own office. The discussion primarily involved the logistical coordination of drafting the President’s forthcoming address to Congress. The parties specifically addressed the current status and word count requirements for the speech draft.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to facilitate communication with his speechwriter, Raymond K. Price. The President requested that Price report to his office in the Executive Office Building for a meeting. The operator confirmed the request and initiated the process to locate and connect Price.
President Nixon coordinated with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. to review and finalize a draft of an upcoming speech. Nixon requested that Price bring an extra copy of the retyped pages to their impending in-person meeting to facilitate a collaborative review. The two agreed to meet at the White House immediately to finalize the text.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman coordinated on the final preparations for an upcoming address to Congress. The discussion focused on integrating new material regarding scientific research to align with a scheduled appearance by the Apollo 15 astronauts. Additionally, the President dismissed concerns raised by George Shultz regarding specific tax provisions, affirming his comfort with the current draft.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to request a connection to speechwriter and aide Raymond K. Price, Jr. This administrative call serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate a subsequent discussion between the two men. No substantive policy matters are addressed in this short contact.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. coordinated the final drafting process for the President’s upcoming address to Congress. They established a 5:00 p.m. deadline for the draft and clarified that Price should finalize specific language with George P. Shultz. Nixon further streamlined the process by advising Price to disregard efforts to contact John B. Connally, confirming that he had already secured Connally's approval.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call through the White House operator to contact speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. The purpose of the communication is to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and Price for administrative or advisory coordination. No further substance is captured in this recording segment, which functions solely as a connection request.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. discuss specific revisions to the foreign policy portion of an upcoming address to Congress. The primary concern is crafting language regarding the Vietnam War that accounts for sensitive ongoing negotiations in Paris. Nixon instructs Price to consult Henry Kissinger on two drafting options: one referencing the conclusion of the war and another focusing exclusively on a 'generation of peace' should the former be deemed too delicate.
Raymond K. Price, Jr. coordinates with his office staff regarding the final preparations for an upcoming presidential address to Congress. The participants confirm the draft’s current word count of 3,197 words and address a specific inquiry raised by Alexander P. Butterfield. Price concludes the brief exchange by instructing his staff to facilitate communication between himself and Butterfield to resolve the remaining questions regarding the document.
Raymond K. Price, Jr. contacted Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate the final drafting stages of a speech the President was scheduled to deliver to Congress. Price, working from the Executive Office Building, requested that Nell Yates bring the current draft to his location to facilitate a review of necessary revisions. The pair confirmed that typing was underway and agreed to meet immediately to incorporate the required changes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a direct call to his personal secretary, Nell Yates. He inquired about her specific location, noting his belief that she was currently situated in the West Wing. The interaction served as a brief administrative request to facilitate communication with a key staff member.
President Nixon contacted Nellie L. Yates to check on the progress of a draft for his upcoming speech to Congress. Yates explained that she was re-typing the document to correct spacing issues, prompting Nixon to reassure her and advise against rushing the task. They concluded the call by arranging for Yates to deliver the completed draft to the Lincoln Sitting Room later that evening for the President's review.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield discussed the status of a draft speech intended for delivery to Congress. Nixon instructed Butterfield to wait until the document was fully completed by typist Nellie L. Yates rather than reviewing it in partial segments. The President emphasized that there was no urgency in receiving the draft, opting to review the entire 21-page document once it was ready.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield coordinated the logistics for the President's upcoming address to Congress. They arranged for the delivery of a speech draft prepared by Nellie L. Yates to be left for the President, and they discussed the necessity of professional makeup services for the event. Nixon ultimately decided against using makeup for the appearance.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to the White House operator to facilitate communication with his Deputy Assistant, Alexander P. Butterfield. The call serves solely as a logistical request to establish a connection with Butterfield. No further substantive policy matters or decisions are discussed in this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield discussed logistical arrangements for several upcoming White House events, focusing primarily on the guest list for a luncheon with Billy Graham and his family. The conversation also covered the attendee list for a meeting with Japanese Foreign Minister Takeo Fukuda and structural arrangements for a dinner honoring the Apollo 15 astronauts. Nixon sought to strictly manage the number of attendees at these functions, specifically directing Butterfield to limit the inclusion of extended family members and children.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief administrative interaction served as the necessary bridge to initiate a direct conversation between the President and his top aide. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief request for a call transfer.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman reviewed the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on labor meetings, congressional functions, and preparations for an upcoming press conference. They also discussed a report praising Carl Albert for his effective advocacy of the administration's position regarding the upcoming China trip during his recent travels to Taiwan and Korea. Additionally, they coordinated plans regarding an upcoming Alaska trip, including considerations for the pipeline project and local political relations.
President Nixon initiates a call to the White House operator to be connected with Charles W. Colson. The exchange serves solely as a brief administrative request to facilitate communication with a key staff member. No further substantive discussion occurs during this short segment of the tape.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies for mobilizing Republican senators to publicly support the President’s recent address to Congress. Colson reports on the coordinated effort to stage supportive statements from lawmakers over several days to counter potential media indifference. The two express frustration over the mainstream press, specifically the Washington Post, for failing to adequately report on Republican critiques of Democratic rivals like Edmund Muskie.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephonic request through the White House operator to connect with his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The exchange serves solely as a logistical administrative step to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and Colson. No further substantive policy matters or tactical discussions are recorded during this brief operator-assisted connection.
President Nixon and Charles W. Colson discuss the positive reception of the President's recent address to Congress, focusing on the enthusiastic congressional reaction and the effectiveness of his delivery. They highlight specific rhetorical successes, including his lines on welfare reform, the "poker chips" analogy regarding foreign policy, and his partisan challenges to Democrats regarding the investment tax credit. To gauge the broader impact of the speech, Nixon instructs Colson to gather feedback from various observers and report back within twenty minutes.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to connect him with Robert H. Finch. This brief administrative exchange serves as the logistical precursor to an intended high-level conversation between the President and his counselor. The primary action item is the successful placement of this call to facilitate further discussion.
President Nixon and Robert H. Finch discuss the positive reception of the President's recent address to Congress, noting the display of leadership and the enthusiastic reaction from members of Congress during an election year. They review the ambitious legislative agenda, which includes revenue sharing, government reorganization, welfare reform, and the new economic policy. A central focus of the discussion is the need to maintain political momentum and exert pressure on Wilbur Mills to ensure progress on the administration's economic and welfare initiatives before the November deadline.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the overwhelmingly positive initial reactions to the President's recent address to Congress. The conversation highlights favorable feedback from congressional members, business leaders, and the public, particularly regarding the administration's new focus on American interests, the work ethic, and economic policy. Colson and Nixon review the speech's reception, noting the effective delivery and the strategic decision to frame national economic policy around freedom and an eventual end to the wage-price freeze.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to Clark MacGregor, who served as the White House Director of Congressional Relations. This brief exchange served exclusively as an administrative request to connect the President with his liaison for legislative affairs. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this specific interaction.
President Nixon and Clark MacGregor discuss the highly positive congressional and public reception following the President's recent address to Congress. MacGregor reports that key Republican leaders expressed strong support for the speech's bipartisan tone and legislative proposals, particularly regarding revenue sharing and welfare reform. The two also coordinate the logistics and attendee lists for upcoming White House sessions with labor, business, agricultural, and congressional leaders.
President Nixon initiates a call to his speechwriter, Raymond K. Price, Jr., through the White House operator. The conversation serves as a brief administrative request to establish contact with Price. No further substantive policy matters are discussed during this brief connection.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place outgoing calls to two of his key speechwriters and advisors, Patrick J. Buchanan and Raymond K. Price, Jr. This administrative exchange served as the precursor to subsequent substantive discussions with these staffers. No policy matters or further details were addressed during this brief connection.
President Nixon and Patrick Buchanan discuss the positive public and congressional reception to the President’s recent address to Congress. They specifically note the effectiveness of the speech’s economic nationalism themes and the benefits of its faster, more assertive delivery style. Nixon expresses satisfaction with shifting the legislative burden onto Congress, acknowledging that the sheer volume of his proposals places significant pressure on the opposition.
President Nixon and Raymond Price discussed the positive reception and effective delivery of Nixon's recent address to Congress regarding his new economic policy. They analyzed the congressional climate, specifically noting a concerning trend toward isolationism and the political challenge of securing bipartisan support. Nixon concluded by emphasizing that the burden of action now rests with Congress to pass his legislative priorities, including revenue sharing, welfare reform, and government reorganization.
H. R. Haldeman briefed President Nixon on the overwhelmingly positive reception to his recent address to Congress, citing feedback from Cabinet members, national newspaper editors, and political figures. Participants across the spectrum praised the President's leadership, delivery, and ability to capture the public mood regarding economic policy and post-freeze stability. Haldeman confirmed that while some Democrats like Hale Boggs requested more specifics on future economic stabilization, the overall momentum remained strongly in the President's favor.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to facilitate communication between the President and a key member of his staff. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief connection.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the positive public and political reception to the President’s recent economic policy speech. Woods expresses her approval of the President’s performance, the brevity of the address, and the appearance of First Lady Pat Nixon and the Cabinet. The conversation concludes with Nixon tasking Woods to arrange for Bebe Rebozo to attend a Saturday church service featuring Reverend Ben Haden.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to the First Lady, Thelma C. “Pat” Nixon. This brief interaction served exclusively as a procedural request to establish a connection with his wife. No substantive political or policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
President Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with First Lady Pat Nixon. The primary content of this discussion remains inaccessible to researchers as the recording is classified as a personal, returnable item. Consequently, no substantive policy matters or official developments are documented for this exchange.
H. R. Haldeman initiated a telephone call to George P. Shultz via the White House operator to discuss ongoing matters. Upon learning that Shultz was currently occupied with a meeting, Haldeman decided to cancel the request and place a follow-up call at a later time. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to the White House operator to request a connection with Charles W. Colson. This administrative exchange serves as the logistical precursor for an upcoming consultation between the President and his special counsel. No substantive policy discussions occur during this brief interaction.
President Nixon and Charles Colson reviewed the positive political and public reception of the President's recent speech to Congress, specifically highlighting successful outreach to Republican legislators and labor leaders. They discussed the tactical importance of maintaining control over the narrative regarding the transition from the temporary wage and price freeze to 'Phase II' of the economic program. To mitigate market uncertainty, they decided that Secretary John B. Connally should emphasize the administration's strategic planning and commitment to long-term inflation control during upcoming public communications.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a call to request the immediate attendance of Paul W. McCracken, the Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, at the Oval Office. This brief communication served to facilitate an urgent meeting between the President and his senior economic advisor. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this brief exchange.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to contact special counsel Charles W. Colson. The President provides specific instructions to avoid interrupting Colson if he is attending a social event, while authorizing the use of a pager if he is at home. This brief exchange serves as the logistical coordination required to establish urgent communication with a key staff member.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed a variety of political and economic issues, focusing on the rising public controversy over school busing and the administration's efforts to promote its economic policies. Colson provided updates on the positive reception of the President's recent speeches on the work ethic and the economy, noting that business leaders and the public are responding with increasing optimism. The two also addressed the progress of the administration's Phase II economic program, with Colson confirming that he has assigned specific staff members to manage the implementation of his proposed plan for public price policing.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to place a call to John D. Ehrlichman. He explicitly instructed the operator to avoid interrupting Ehrlichman if he was currently attending a social event. This brief interaction served as a standard administrative request to facilitate a consultation between the President and his top advisor.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of John D. Ehrlichman. Upon learning that Ehrlichman had briefly left the premises, the President requested that Ehrlichman return his call upon his return. This brief exchange served as a routine attempt to establish communication with a key domestic policy advisor.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Hobart D. Lewis. The interaction served solely as a procedural request to initiate communication with the publisher. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to be connected with Robert H. Finch. The brief exchange serves as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and his counselor. No further policy or substantive matters are addressed during this short transition.
The White House operator updates the President on the travel status of Hobart D. Lewis, who is expected to arrive in Washington by 6:00 p.m. Nixon requests that Lewis contact him upon his arrival to facilitate a discussion. Following this update, the operator transitions the call to Robert H. Finch to speak with the President.
President Nixon and Robert Finch discussed a range of political and administrative strategies, including the scheduling of appointments for Mexican-American officials to coincide with Mexican Independence Day. They also coordinated a public relations campaign involving Cabinet wives to promote the administration’s economic initiatives and price controls on television talk shows. Finally, they reviewed recent political successes with the film industry guilds and reaffirmed the administration's stance that court-ordered busing in the North should be distanced from federal policy.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. He provided the operator with instructions to reach her at her apartment in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The call served a strictly personal purpose, reflecting the President's efforts to maintain communication with his family.
President Richard Nixon engaged in a brief telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, to discuss personal family matters. The interaction was informal in nature, centering on domestic updates rather than official White House policy or administration business. Given the withdrawn nature of the recording, no substantive political developments or professional action items were documented.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate an outgoing call. The conversation consisted solely of administrative communication regarding the request for a connection. Ultimately, the attempt to connect to the intended party was unsuccessful.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a long-distance telephone call. He requested to be connected with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, who was in California at the time. The brief exchange served strictly as a logistical request to facilitate communication with a key staff member.
President Nixon and personal secretary Rose Mary Woods discuss the success of the President’s recent church service and the large crowd in attendance. They deliberate on appropriate presidential gifts to present to Dr. Raymond Bell in recognition of his contributions. The conversation concludes with a decision to send Dr. Bell and his wife a selection of items, including cufflinks, a tie pin, a compact, and a decorative Lucite object.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. This brief exchange served as a logistical request to facilitate personal communication between the President and his daughter. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during the call.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discussed defensive strategies regarding inquiries into the President's personal finances and property dealings, agreeing to adopt a firm stance by reiterating that there have been no changes to his financial disclosures. The conversation shifted to internal FBI concerns, with Ehrlichman advising that Nixon meet with J. Edgar Hoover regarding a leadership transition to L. Patrick Gray. Finally, the two reviewed legislative strategy, deciding to maintain a firm position on welfare reform while pressuring Congress to act on a broader package of stalled domestic initiatives, including revenue sharing, health programs, and strike legislation.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to contact his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, who was currently aboard the USS Albany. He requested that she be informed of an upcoming ABC documentary airing that evening regarding First Lady Pat Nixon. The President sought to ensure that Julie would be aware of the program and able to view it while at sea.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to White House Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman through the White House operator. The conversation serves as a logistical request to establish direct communication with Haldeman. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occur during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss administrative and logistical adjustments within the White House, including potential staff changes for the President's military aides and the delegation of signing responsibilities to alleviate the burden on Rose Mary Woods. They also review the effectiveness of recent White House church services, with Nixon considering transitioning to a Vesper hour to better manage the President's schedule and avoid excessive handshaking obligations. Additionally, the pair discusses current political friction surrounding busing policies in Boston and the positive reception of the administration’s recent economic initiatives.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to hold all incoming telephone calls until 11:30. This brief administrative communication served to clear the President's schedule for a period of uninterrupted work. No further topics were addressed during the brief exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to journalist and television correspondent John A. Scali. The brief communication served exclusively as a request to initiate contact with Scali. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Richard Nixon engaged in a brief telephone conversation with John A. Scali, a journalist and future diplomat. Given the lack of a transcript and the withdrawn status of the primary segment, the specific subject matter remains restricted. No substantive policy decisions or actionable outcomes are reflected in the available documentation.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a telephone call to Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to initiate a high-level communication. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a brief telephone conversation to coordinate administrative matters or internal White House business. The majority of the exchange was classified as personal and subsequently withdrawn from public release. No substantive policy decisions or political developments were recorded in the available portion of the transcript.
President Nixon spoke with Hobart D. Lewis to express appreciation for Lewis's leadership of the Business Advisory Commission. The two men discussed the challenges of transitioning from the 90-day wage and price freeze into "Phase II," emphasizing the critical need for public support and self-policing to curb inflation. They also touched upon the necessity of maintaining firm relations with labor groups while promoting themes regarding the dignity of work.
President Nixon initiated a call to Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally through the White House operator. This brief exchange served solely to facilitate the connection between the President and his Secretary. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this request for assistance.
President Nixon expressed his appreciation to Treasury Secretary John B. Connally for his effective presentation to a business group regarding the administration's economic policies. The two discussed the necessity of managing expectations among business leaders, emphasizing that wage and price controls initiated following the President's September 9 address to Congress were not intended to be permanent. Connally underscored the importance of securing political and business support while framing the temporary nature of these economic interventions.
President Nixon initiates a phone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller through the White House operator. The primary purpose of this brief exchange is to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Governor. The operator confirms the request and proceeds to connect the two parties.
President Nixon called New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller to commend his firm handling of the recent prison uprising at Attica. Rockefeller provided an update on the successful tactical operation to retake the prison, confirming that seven hostages and thirty-two prisoners had been killed, while emphasizing the necessity of denying amnesty to maintain order. The two discussed the role of external mediators like Tom Wicker and the potential for a national conspiracy, with Rockefeller confirming his support for the President’s reelection.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to place a phone call to Haldeman. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and John Ehrlichman discussed the public and media reaction to the Attica Prison uprising, expressing frustration that coverage from networks like NBC focused on supporting the prisoners while failing to credit Governor Nelson Rockefeller. The participants speculated that the racial dynamics of the riot and the involvement of radical figures like the Black Panthers would ultimately turn public opinion against the prisoners. Additionally, Ehrlichman confirmed that the administration had placed federal prisons on standby following threats from outside activists, though the President suggested the outcome at Attica might serve as a deterrent rather than a catalyst for further unrest.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call. The sole purpose of this brief communication was to request that the operator connect him with his longtime personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. No other policy matters or substantive political topics were discussed during this exchange.
President Nixon and personal secretary Rose Mary Woods discuss the President's demanding schedule and the logistical planning for an upcoming daytime press conference. The conversation touches on the President's desire to manage media access efficiently later in the week. Additionally, Nixon expresses significant frustration regarding AFL-CIO leader George Meany, characterizing his adversarial behavior as particularly troublesome.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief administrative exchange served solely as a logistical request to initiate a high-level communication. No substantive policy matters or tactical decisions were discussed during this interaction.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed how the administration should respond to a partisan attack by labor leader George Meany. While Nixon expressed concern about jeopardizing future cooperation with Meany and George Shultz, he concluded that the administration needed to mount a strong public rebuttal. Haldeman agreed that any pushback against Meany must be significant rather than minor.
President Nixon communicated with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call from his office in the Executive Office Building. This brief exchange served as a logistical step in the President's daily telephonic operations. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this brief interaction.