President Nixon consulted with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler regarding an upcoming meeting with Timothy G. Elbourne. The discussion focused on Elbourne's recent activities, specifically his interactions concerning the People's Republic of China and his attendance at a social event featuring Sammy Davis, Jr. This exchange served as a preparatory briefing for the President to ensure he was fully informed about Elbourne's recent engagements.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-035 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 867-35
Date: March 2, 1973
Time: 5:05 pm
Location: Oval Office
The President met with Ronald L. Ziegler.
President's meeting with Timothy G. Elbourne
-People’s Republic of China [PRC]
-Elbourne's attendance at Sammy Davis, Jr. event
Ziegler left.This transcript was generated automatically by AI and has not been reviewed for accuracy. Do not cite this transcript as authoritative. Consult the Finding Aid above for verified information.