President Nixon met with Thomas R. Moore, Thomas S. Kleppe, and William J. Baroody, Jr. in the Oval Office for a brief, ceremonial engagement. The session included formal introductions, a photo opportunity with members of the press, and the presentation of presidential gifts, including cufflinks and a portrait. The participants also facilitated the delivery of an eight-page statement during the meeting.
On May 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Thomas R. Moore, Thomas S. Kleppe, William J. Baroody, Jr., White House photographer, and members of the press met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:06 pm to 12:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 926-012 of the White House Tapes.
Nixon Library Finding AidConversation No. 926-12
Date: May 23, 1973
Time: 12:06 pm - 12:08 pm
Location: Oval Office
The President met with Thomas R. Moore, Thomas S. Kleppe and William J. Baroody, Jr. The
White House photograper and members of the press were present at the beginning of the
meeting.
Introductions
Photograph
Eight page statement
-Delivery
Presentation of gifts by President
-Cufflinks
-Portrait
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Conversation No. 926-12 (cont’d)
Moore et al. left at 12:08 pm.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 Do not cite this transcript as authoritative.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.