Nixon White House Tapes › Tape 918
Nixon White House Tape 918 (May 15, 1973)
31 conversations · Oval Office · about 3 hr 20 min of released audio
Featuring Nixon, Bull, Sanchez, Yates, Ziegler
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss scheduling matters. The conversation focused on the arrangement of an unknown individual’s itinerary. No significant political developments or major policy decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss logistical arrangements and the whereabouts of specific staff members. The conversation focused on the schedule of an unidentified man and the current location of Thomas Hart. No major policy decisions were made during this brief, informal administrative check-in.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss logistical arrangements. The conversation focused on the schedule managed by Stephen B. Bull, specifically concerning potential delays and the designated location for upcoming presidential activities. No major policy decisions were reached during this brief interaction.
President Nixon held a brief morning meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified woman to handle routine administrative matters. The discussion centered on the delivery of a specific item and the review of scheduling details for Stephen B. Bull and Thomas Hart. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short interaction.
President Nixon met with Nellie L. Yates in the Oval Office to discuss the current whereabouts of Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The conversation was brief and administrative in nature, focusing on locating a key member of the President's staff. No further substantive policy matters were addressed before Yates departed.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler met to strategize on managing the public perception of the ongoing Watergate scandal, emphasizing the need to focus on substantive executive actions rather than reacting to individual news leaks. The discussion covered the upcoming release of documentation regarding the President's San Clemente property, potential responses to the Ervin Committee, and the need to streamline White House staff and communications. Nixon also expressed a desire to maintain a rigorous daily schedule of formal meetings to project strength and stability amidst political pressure.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler held a brief morning briefing to coordinate the logistics and public relations strategy for an upcoming meeting with bipartisan Congressional leadership. The discussion touched upon the presence of Elliot L. Richardson and the handling of press relations regarding the event. They also addressed tactical concerns regarding building access and potential restrictions for attendees gathering for the session.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the scheduling and parameters of an upcoming meeting with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen. The President emphasized his desire to hear a personal message from Petersen, while noting that the conversation should remain distinct from ongoing grand jury matters. This exchange served to facilitate the logistics and communication protocols for the President's engagement with the Justice Department official.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate a forthcoming discussion with Assistant Attorney General Henry E. Petersen regarding the ongoing Watergate investigation. The two discussed logistical delays caused by inclement weather and the necessity of ensuring privacy for the meeting. The conversation focused on managing the interaction to avoid premature or public association with grand jury proceedings.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s schedule, focusing specifically on logistics for an upcoming meeting with John B. Connally. Nixon directed Bull to coordinate a series of preliminary briefings for Connally with administration officials including George P. Shultz, Charles J. DiBona, Roy L. Ash, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. to discuss economic, energy, and White House policy issues. The President emphasized the need for these meetings to occur before his private consultation with Connally to ensure an productive exchange regarding potential assignments.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to discuss the procurement and logistics of presidential gifts. The conversation focused specifically on the selection of cuff links intended for Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie. No other major policy developments or personnel issues were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to acknowledge the receipt of a gift. The discussion centered on a pair of cufflinks presented to the President, for which he expressed his personal gratitude. No other substantive political or administrative matters were recorded during this brief encounter.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to coordinate his immediate schedule and manage upcoming arrivals. The discussion focused on logistical preparations involving Henry E. Petersen, Stephen B. Bull, and Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief engagement concluded with the departure of the guest as the President prepared for further staff briefings.
President Nixon met with Henry E. Petersen to discuss the ongoing Watergate investigation, the appointment of a special prosecutor, and the administration's continued cooperation with the Justice Department. Nixon emphasized his desire for transparency and his frustration with the perceived leaks and the handling of the Daniel Ellsberg case, specifically regarding the unauthorized entry into his psychiatrist's office. The two also addressed concerns about the impact of the Ervin Committee's televised hearings on the ability of key figures like John Mitchell to receive a fair trial.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to discuss the urgent need to appoint a Special Prosecutor for the Watergate investigation, specifically focusing on the confirmation process for Elliot Richardson and the potential risks of selecting an independent candidate. The President expressed frustration with current legal strategies and directed Haig to coordinate with J. Fred Buzhardt to develop a new "game plan" to regain political initiative. Additionally, they reviewed scheduling logistics for John Connally and Henry Kissinger, as well as preparations for an upcoming presidential address regarding Vietnam and national economic policies.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to discuss the current whereabouts of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie. The brief exchange focused exclusively on tracking the Emperor's location during his diplomatic movements. No further policy decisions or administrative actions were recorded during this session.
President Nixon met with Emperor Haile Selassie of Ethiopia, accompanied by Minassie Haile and General Brent Scowcroft, to discuss the deteriorating security situation in the Horn of Africa and the Red Sea region. Selassie expressed grave concern over the rapid military buildup in Somalia, fueled by Soviet arms and advisors, and urged the United States to provide emergency military assistance to maintain regional stability. Nixon acknowledged these concerns, affirming the vital importance of Ethiopia's integrity to U.S. interests, and tasked General Scowcroft with reviewing the Emperor's specific requests for hardware and economic aid to navigate the challenges of Congressional funding constraints.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and an unidentified individual to finalize scheduling logistics regarding a meeting with John B. Connally, George P. Shultz, Charles DiBona, and Roy L. Ash. During the brief exchange, the unidentified visitor delivered documentation to the President. The participants confirmed that specific arrangements were secure and established a follow-up meeting for later that afternoon.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming schedule to manage his time and prioritize meetings. They specifically coordinated the timing of a telephone conversation with George P. Shultz alongside the President's obligations to meet with various Congressmen. The brief discussion concluded with the President finalizing his afternoon agenda to accommodate these pressing administrative and legislative appointments.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to briefly coordinate upcoming administrative matters. The discussion focused primarily on the President’s daily schedule and the logistics regarding the arrival of a congressman. The meeting concluded quickly without any major policy developments recorded.
President Nixon met with Congressman Stanford E. Parris and a group of Virginia representatives to commemorate the centennial anniversary of Manassas, Virginia. The participants discussed the history of the Manassas battlefield and exchanged ceremonial gifts, including commemorative coins for the presidential library and presidential cuff links. The meeting served as a brief formal engagement to acknowledge the delegation's support for the administration.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual, potentially a staffer or press aide, to briefly review information regarding Ronald L. Ziegler’s schedule and an upcoming press briefing. The exchange served as a short administrative check-in to confirm procedural details before the President moved on to other business. No major policy decisions were made during this brief interaction.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to briefly discuss the status of a press briefing and the related schedule managed by Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The conversation centers on the timing of an ongoing broadcast or news cycle event. No significant policy decisions or further actions were recorded during this brief interaction.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the logistics and morale surrounding Kissinger’s upcoming diplomatic trip to Paris. The President reflected on his recent meeting with Haile Selassie and offered encouragement to Kissinger, emphasizing the significance of his mission despite the administration's broader political stresses. The exchange served primarily to bolster Kissinger’s confidence and confirm the scheduling for his departure.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to strategize on the mounting pressures of the Watergate scandal, specifically focusing on the necessity of appointing an independent prosecutor to restore administrative control and credibility. They discussed managing Henry Kissinger’s volatile psychological state and potential future roles, as well as the ongoing fallout from the FBI wiretap revelations. The two also coordinated upcoming public statements, legislative messaging, and internal staff realignments to stabilize the administration amidst the crisis.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing telephone communication. This brief interaction served as a standard administrative request to connect the President with a specific party. No substantive policy matters or major political decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon consults with the White House operator to facilitate a communication with an unidentified individual attempting to travel by train. The conversation focuses on coordinating logistical arrangements for the caller to reach a farm. No significant policy decisions or administrative developments occur during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon met briefly with an unidentified individual to discuss scheduling arrangements regarding Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler’s ongoing press briefing. The conversation centers on logistical coordination between the Oval Office and the Executive Office Building, specifically regarding the timing of the briefing and the President's subsequent movements. No substantive policy decisions were reached during this short interaction.
President Nixon met with Secret Service agents in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics for the upcoming state visit of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie. The discussion centered on managing the President’s schedule, specifically regarding the timing for press photography sessions and the rotation of security personnel. The agents also reviewed security protocols, including checking the physical locks in the area, to ensure the venue was properly prepared for the dignitary's arrival.
President Nixon, Nellie L. Yates, and several unknown individuals met briefly in the Oval Office to discuss technical equipment and its operation. The participants coordinated the timing and functionality of a device, specifically focusing on the necessity of an external switch. This discussion also touched upon administrative personnel and arrangements regarding escort duties.
President Nixon met with individuals, potentially including General Brent Scowcroft, to coordinate the logistics and formal arrangements for the upcoming state visit of Ethiopian Emperor Haile Selassie. The discussion focused on essential protocol and security preparations required for the diplomatic event. The conversation concluded abruptly before further substantive policy matters could be addressed.