Conversation 842-004

TapeTape 842StartThursday, January 25, 1973 at 11:06 AMEndThursday, January 25, 1973 at 11:18 PMParticipantsNixon, Richard M. (President)Recording deviceOval Office

AI Summary

President Nixon dictates a formal letter to W. Marvin Watson regarding the passing of former President Lyndon B. Johnson. Nixon commends Watson for his dedicated service, integrity, and significant contributions as a close advisor to Johnson. The correspondence serves as both a gesture of sympathy and a recognition of the professional bond between Watson and the late president.

Lyndon B. JohnsonW. Marvin WatsonPresidential correspondenceEulogyPolitical legacy

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NARA Description

On January 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:06 am and 11:18 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 842-004 of the White House Tapes.

Nixon Library Finding Aid

Conversation No. 842-4

Date: January 25, 1973
Time: Unknown between 11:06 am and 11:18 am
Location: Oval Office

The President dictated a letter to W. Marvin Watson.

       Lyndon B. Johnson
            -Eulogy by W. Marvin Watson

       Watson’s abilities

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You're welcome.

He was most fortunate to have a man of your integrity, ability, and dedication.

As one of his closest advisors and friends and servant.

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