27 conversations found
On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and James T. Lynn talked on the telephone from 9:42 pm to 9:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-130 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called James T. Lynn to offer encouragement regarding Lynn’s pending cabinet confirmation and to explain the scheduling delay for upcoming cabinet meetings. The two discussed the progress of the confirmation process in the Senate, specifically addressing political hurdles raised by Senator Harrison A. Williams, Jr. They also briefly commended outgoing Secretary George W. Romney for his recent public stance on housing, acknowledging the behind-the-scenes role played by Paul O'Neill at the Office of Management and Budget in shaping that position.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:55 am and 1:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction focused on the provision of refreshments for the President. No further administrative or political business was recorded during this encounter before Sanchez departed.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:07 am and 8:19 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-150 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Colonel Richard T. Kennedy. This brief interaction served solely as a request to initiate official communication with the Colonel. No substantive policy matters or further developments were addressed during this exchange.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Raymond K. Price, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:07 am and 8:17 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with speechwriter Raymond K. Price to discuss logistics regarding Price's participation in an upcoming trip. The brief discussion focused on confirming Price's inclusion in the traveling party and establishing the duration of his stay. This exchange served to finalize the travel arrangements for the presidential aide.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:07 am and 8:19 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative details regarding his upcoming schedule and personal logistics. The discussion focused on planning events surrounding a visit by a troupe of acrobats from the People’s Republic of China, including gift arrangements and guest lists for a reception. Additionally, they reviewed travel plans for a pending trip to Florida and managed the scheduling of upcoming meetings involving key staff members such as H.R. Haldeman and Alexander Haig.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:07 am and 8:19 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing communication. This brief interaction served as a logistical step to initiate a phone connection to an unspecified third party. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were recorded during this exchange.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Col. Richard T. Kennedy talked on the telephone from 8:19 am to 8:28 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-151 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Col. Richard T. Kennedy discuss the management of communications regarding a breakthrough in Vietnam peace negotiations, specifically focusing on the upcoming announcement of the cessation of U.S. bombing. They plan a schedule to inform key officials, including Secretary of State William P. Rogers, Secretary of Defense Melvin R. Laird, and Congressional leaders, while ensuring the details remain confidential. The President tasks Col. Kennedy with handling these briefings and coordinating the logistics of Henry Kissinger's and Alexander Haig's movements, including a trip to Saigon and a meeting in Florida.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Col. Richard T. Kennedy met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 8:19 am to 8:28 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Colonel Richard T. Kennedy discussed the logistics and messaging surrounding an upcoming high-stakes public announcement regarding ongoing peace negotiations. Nixon emphasized the importance of managing the timing of the release to avoid internal conflict and unnecessary involvement from congressional leaders. The conversation focused on ensuring that administration officials, specifically Secretary of State William Rogers and Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird, were appropriately informed to maintain a unified front following the development.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:28 am and 8:55 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative logistics and manage the President’s daily agenda. The discussion focused on finalizing the schedule for Alexander M. Haig Jr. and organizing the President’s upcoming telephone communications. No major policy decisions were reached, as the meeting served primarily to streamline executive workflow and scheduling priorities.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:28 am and 8:55 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide Manolo Sanchez to coordinate logistical details regarding his daily schedule. The discussion centered on upcoming appointments, specifically a meeting with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. Additionally, they addressed administrative matters involving Rose Mary Woods and the selection of ties.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:28 am and 8:55 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to handle routine personal matters. During this brief encounter, the two discussed refreshments and the President's upcoming schedule, specifically a meeting with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. This exchange served as a mundane administrative check-in to coordinate the President's morning activities.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:28 am and 8:55 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Old Executive Office Building to review and coordinate the upcoming schedule for Alexander M. Haig Jr. The brief discussion served as an administrative check-in to ensure the alignment of Haig’s calendar with the President's priorities. No specific policy decisions were finalized during this exchange.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 8:55 am to 9:23 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig met to coordinate the messaging and diplomatic strategy surrounding the nearing Vietnam peace settlement. They discussed the importance of managing Congressional relations and the timing of public announcements to ensure political support, specifically addressing the sensitivities of South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu. The conversation focused on maintaining a low-key approach to the negotiations and preparing for briefings with Congressional leaders to present the agreement as the best achievable outcome.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Rose Mary Woods met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:23 am and 10:30 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and H.R. Haldeman to coordinate the public messaging and timing regarding the ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations and Henry Kissinger's diplomatic schedule. The participants discussed managing press relations and maintaining staff secrecy as the administration navigated the conclusion of the war and preparations for the upcoming 1973 inauguration. Nixon also engaged in a brief, separate discussion with Rose Mary Woods concerning a symbolic gift calendar designed to reflect the duration of his second presidential term.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Ronald L. Ziegler, Rose Mary Woods, and Marjorie P. Acker met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 10:30 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 395-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Ronald Ziegler, Rose Mary Woods, and Marjorie P. Acker to discuss various administrative, political, and personal matters. The conversation touched upon federal budget allocations, the media's portrayal of a recent sniper incident, and Nixon's views on educational policies regarding racial integration. The group also spent significant time troubleshooting and learning the technical operation of a portable dictation recording device.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Rose Mary Woods, and Marjorie P. Acker met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 11:25 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Rose Mary Woods, and Marjorie Acker to discuss the technical operations, portability, and functionality of various dictation machines for use in his offices and during travel. The conversation also covered logistical details regarding the President's attire and protocol for the upcoming 1973 Inauguration, including coordination with family members. Additionally, the group touched on broader administrative matters, including personnel considerations for the second-term reorganization and the public perception of press relations staff.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:43 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction focused on the service of refreshments for the President. No substantive policy matters or major political decisions were addressed during this exchange.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:43 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator in his office at the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction served to facilitate administrative communication needs for the President. No substantive policy discussions or specific action items were recorded during this engagement.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Zosimo Monson, and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:43 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Zosimo Monson and Manolo Sanchez to discuss personal logistical arrangements regarding the procurement and selection of neckties. The conversation focused on practical details such as the delivery, fit, and aesthetic choices for the items. Rose Mary Woods was noted as being involved in the purchasing process for these personal effects.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:43 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-152 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. This brief administrative interaction was initiated solely to facilitate direct communication between the President and his daughter. No further policy or political business was discussed during this exchange.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:49 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to discuss logistical arrangements regarding the President’s schedule and preparations for the upcoming inauguration. The conversation further touches on the potential for maintaining an oral diary of events, with Nixon advising Bull on the practical handling and filing of these recordings. Julie Nixon Eisenhower also briefly joins the discussion, rounding out the informal session centered on administrative workflows and archival record-keeping.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 11:43 am to 11:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-153 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to discuss logistics for his upcoming Florida trip and final preparations for his 1973 second-term inauguration. During the call, the President encourages Julie to maintain an oral diary using her new Dictaphone, emphasizing that personal anecdotes and daily observations are historically valuable. Additionally, the President coordinates scheduling with Stephen B. Bull regarding a potential appearance at a Chinese cultural event and confirms his itinerary for the inaugural week.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 11:50 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief administrative interaction with the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. This recording serves as a routine logistical exchange typical of White House communications operations during the period. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments are recorded in this brief interaction.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:50 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-109 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to facilitate a meeting with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. The President specifically requests that Price relocate from his current position to the Executive Office Building to consult with him. This brief exchange initiates a direct administrative request for immediate staffing coordination.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Raymond K. Price, Jr., and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:55 am to 1:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. to refine themes and rhetoric for his upcoming second inaugural address. The discussion focused on projecting a tone of patriotic renewal, emphasizing individual responsibility, and framing America’s ongoing leadership role in a changing world. Additionally, the participants reviewed the status of Vietnam peace negotiations and the potential for a settlement, weighing how to best communicate these developments to the public and Congress.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:56 pm to 2:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details regarding his upcoming schedule and travel arrangements. The discussion covered the planning of a reception for People's Republic of China acrobats, the handling of personal items for trips to Florida, and administrative follow-ups involving First Lady Pat Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox. The meeting focused primarily on routine scheduling matters and the execution of specific presidential requests.
On January 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Zosimo Monson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 396-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Zosimo Monson in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct business regarding the President’s personal briefcases. The encounter was brief, concluding by mid-afternoon. No further policy or political discussions were recorded during this session.