33 conversations found
Frank A. Sisco and Ruth L. Krell talked on the telephone at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 12:01 am on February 2, 1973 and 3:30 pm on March 3, 1973. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 161-002 of the White House Tapes.
Frank A. Sisco and Ruth L. Krell coordinated logistics regarding the upcoming return of President Nixon to Camp David. They discussed the uncertainty of the President's arrival time and the necessity of maintaining their presence at the location. Sisco advised Krell to contact her supervisor, Alexander P. Butterfield, to determine if their continued attendance was required, and they agreed to touch base the following morning to confirm plans.
Unknown person(s) and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 12:01 am on February 2, 1973 and 3:30 pm on March 3, 1973. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 161-001 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified individual contacts an associate named Douglas to report that a cassette tape, ostensibly brand new and sourced from the official supply, contained pre-recorded music. The two discuss the failure in quality control regarding equipment provided by Sgt. Farrell D. Moreland. Consequently, they agree on the immediate necessity of testing every tape in their inventory to ensure future recordings are clean.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed administrative arrangements for an upcoming luncheon featuring Lady Cromer. The President requested that a music box be acquired and delivered as a gift for Lady Cromer prior to the event. Additionally, the pair touched upon the status of misplaced musical items and coordinated Woods’s schedule for later that day.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly in the Oval Office to address the scheduling of Charles W. Colson. The discussion focused on coordinating Colson's movements and administrative agenda during his final period at the White House. The meeting concluded with Bull exiting the office shortly thereafter to facilitate these arrangements.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed logistical arrangements concerning travel to Camp David and the Executive Office Building. The conversation touched upon weather conditions and the flight status of individuals including Ray Allen Pierce. Bull confirmed that he would provide further documentation regarding the travel arrangements and potential logistical breakdowns.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an informal meeting with an unidentified woman in the Oval Office to discuss personal or administrative matters. The brief interaction included casual conversation regarding Stephen B. Bull's current location and weather conditions at San Clemente and Camp David. The discussion concluded with the President advising his guest not to rush before she departed the office.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Charles W. Colson, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:39 am to 10:33 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson met to evaluate the administration's public relations strategy following the recent Vietnam cease-fire. The participants analyzed media coverage and public sentiment, specifically discussing how to maintain an aggressive stance against the press while highlighting the President's leadership and character. They also reviewed tactics for upcoming domestic policy battles and debated the political risks of awarding the Nobel Peace Prize to the President versus Henry Kissinger. Ultimately, the group reaffirmed the necessity of using controversy to project strength and maintain public engagement, despite continued hostility from network commentators.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, White House photographer, Edwin L. Harper, and Elizabeth Harper met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:33 am to 10:36 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Edwin L. Harper, his wife, and their daughter, Elizabeth, for a brief social visit accompanied by a White House photographer. The conversation included informal introductions, the presentation of gifts, and a discussion regarding Harper’s health and his future relocation plans to the Philadelphia area. The President also briefly acknowledged Harper’s contributions to revenue-sharing initiatives before the group posed for commemorative photographs.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:36 am and 10:38 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the distribution of gifts for upcoming official engagements. The discussion focused specifically on the selection and provision of pens to be presented as tokens of appreciation. This brief administrative interaction concluded with Bull receiving instructions regarding the handling of these items for the President's schedule.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Raymond K. Price, Jr., David R. Gergen, Aram Bakshian, Jr., Richard M. Fairbanks, III, James H. Cavanaugh, Geoffrey C. Shepard, Dana G. Mead, James H. Falk, Tod R. Hullin, John L. Campbell, Hank Paulson, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:38 am to 10:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his speechwriting and communications staff to discuss strategies for ensuring their work received greater public and media attention. He emphasized the importance of tailoring messages for specific news cycles to avoid being overshadowed by major events, noting the effectiveness of using radio and selecting strategic release times. Nixon urged the team to adopt more aggressive, clear, and controversial rhetoric, citing the communication techniques used by the Kennedy administration as a model for framing policy achievements effectively. The discussion concluded with instructions for the staff to focus on creating compelling narratives that demand public interest rather than pursuing consensus.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review logistical details regarding his upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating appointments with British Prime Minister Edward R. G. Heath and H. R. Haldeman. This meeting served to finalize arrangements for these key interactions within the President's daily agenda.
On February 2, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-010 of the White House Tapes.
Two unidentified individuals met in the Oval Office to discuss operational staffing, logistics, and the movement of personnel within a unit. The participants conferred on the status of absent team members and the necessity of fortifying their current position. The discussion concluded with a directive to relocate a corporal to address these staffing gaps.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics for an upcoming swearing-in ceremony. The discussion focused on the specific placement and movement of a child participant during the event. The brief meeting concluded with administrative arrangements to ensure the ceremony's proceedings were finalized.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:54 am and 11:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate and review the President's upcoming daily schedule. The discussion focused on managing the logistics of the President's appointments and administrative agenda within the Oval Office. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative meeting.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:50 am to 12:22 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to coordinate upcoming travel schedules, refine official protocol for foreign dignitaries, and address various administrative and staffing appointments. They discussed potential venues for the President's upcoming travel, including Arkansas, and deliberated on the appropriate decorum for the arrival of foreign heads of state. Additionally, they reviewed personnel matters regarding the Secret Service, prospective U.N. delegation appointments, and the status of political supporters and potential ambassadors.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:22 pm to 12:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss upcoming diplomatic strategy, specifically focusing on an impending meeting with British Prime Minister Edward Heath regarding trade, monetary issues, and nuclear treaties. The discussion also addressed the administration's global strategy concerning the Soviet Union and China, alongside managing the shifting public sentiment regarding the Vietnam War. Additionally, they reviewed logistical concerns for upcoming travel, including coordinating Kissinger’s schedule and addressing the problematic behavior and public statements of Vice President Spiro Agnew.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:30 pm and 12:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his valet, Manolo Sanchez, briefly met in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics for the President's upcoming travel. The discussion focused on the preparation of items to be transported via helicopter for an excursion that included lunch and a visit to the Naval Observatory. The conversation served as a final check to ensure all necessary arrangements were ready for the President's departure.
On February 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger, Camp David operator, and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-002 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger consulted with the Camp David operator to review incoming correspondence and clarify details regarding specific documentation. He prioritized his official duties, citing his ongoing engagement with the President and the Prime Minister as the reason for his restricted availability. Furthermore, he directed the operator to contact Ms. Hartman to explain his inability to make personal calls due to these demanding diplomatic responsibilities.
Unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:43 pm on February 2, 1973 and 3:30 pm on February 3, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon hosted unidentified visitors at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to discuss the physical layout and decor of the study. The conversation focused on the room's arrangement, specifically regarding the positioning of furniture to optimize the view of the surrounding beech trees and the town. No significant political or policy decisions were documented during this informal assessment of the facility.
On February 2, 1973, Frank A. Sisco, Camp David operator, unknown person(s), and Farrell D. Morlan talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-008 of the White House Tapes.
Frank A. Sisco and Sergeant Farrell D. Morlan discuss logistical problems regarding the recording equipment and tapes used for the President at Camp David. Sisco expresses confusion after discovering that the new blank tapes provided to him contained pre-recorded music, prompting a discussion about supply chain errors and communication failures between the White House staff and audiovisual personnel. Morlan clarifies that the President specifically requires C-120 tapes and instructs Sisco to source them directly from Stoddard to ensure consistency and prevent further recording issues.
On February 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger, Sir Burke Trend, Camp David operator, Louis Kissinger, and Paul ("Stern") Kissinger met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-001 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger met with Sir Burke Trend at Camp David to coordinate U.S. and British policy regarding nuclear negotiations with the Soviet Union, including potential strategies for the upcoming summit. The participants discussed managing scientific input from outside experts and streamlining policy planning to avoid bureaucratic friction among Cabinet departments. Kissinger also briefly interrupted the professional deliberations to place a personal call to his father, Louis Kissinger, for his 86th birthday. Ultimately, Kissinger committed to taking direct control of the nuclear policy working group to ensure a unified position for forthcoming communications with the Soviets.
President Richard M. Nixon, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:43 pm on February 2, 1973 and 3:30 pm on February 3, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, First Lady Pat Nixon, and Manolo Sanchez gathered at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to discuss the interior decoration of the residence. The participants reviewed various wall hangings and prints, ultimately deciding which pieces to display in the room and which to move to storage. This informal exchange focused on aesthetic preferences and the logistics of organizing personal items within the lodge.
On February 2, 1973, Charles C. ("Charlie") Sumrell, unknown person(s), Frank A. Sisco, Camp David operator, Farrell D. Morlan, and Ruth L. Krell met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-004 of the White House Tapes.
Frank A. Sisco, Charles C. Sumrell, and several others at Camp David coordinated the logistical management of recording equipment and cassette tapes for the President's use. The participants identified a quality control issue after discovering that some purportedly blank tapes supplied for the President contained pre-recorded music. They decided to implement a rigorous inspection protocol for all existing tapes and confirmed that the President required specific Sony C-120 (two-hour) tapes moving forward.
On February 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-003 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger instructed Commander Jonathan T. Howe to coordinate a high-level notification process regarding an upcoming policy announcement following the Vietnam settlement. Kissinger directed that critical diplomatic channels, including Ingersoll, Bunker, and LaPete, be informed of the text and timing of the statement to ensure a unified message during consultations. The communication was to be handled with strict confidentiality, framing the announcement as a move toward international peace.
President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:43 pm on February 2, 1973 and 3:30 pm on February 3, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, at Camp David to facilitate a brief logistical exchange. The participants focused on locating specific items and coordinating the details of a future meeting. The discussion remained functional in nature, centering on the management of immediate administrative tasks.
On February 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger, Camp David operator, unknown person(s), and Gen. Brent G. Scowcroft talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-004 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger consulted with his staff to review recent messages and professional feedback following his well-received television appearance on the CBS program with Marvin Kalb. He subsequently coordinated with General Brent Scowcroft to confirm the successful transmission of a communiqué regarding the implementation of the Paris Peace Accords with the Soviet Union. The conversation concluded with Kissinger arranging for an assistant to explain his scheduling constraints to Catherine Hoffman due to ongoing meetings with President Nixon and Prime Minister Edward Heath.
On February 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger, Camp David operator, and Cmdr. Jonathan T. Howe talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-005 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger contacted Cmdr. Jonathan T. Howe to organize an urgent diplomatic notification strategy regarding the upcoming announcement of his February 1973 trip to the People's Republic of China. Kissinger directed Howe to send back-channel communications to key diplomatic personnel and foreign governments, including representatives in South Korea, Japan, France, West Germany, Great Britain, and Laos. The instructions emphasized framing these notifications as routine consultations following the recent Vietnam settlement and maintaining strict confidentiality under the guise of contributing to peace in Asia.
On February 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger, Camp David operator, Paul ("Stern") Kissinger, and Louis Kissinger talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-003 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger placed a personal call from Camp David to his father, Louis Kissinger, and his sister-in-law, Paula Stern Kissinger, to wish his father a happy birthday and discuss recent events. The family members praised Kissinger’s recent television appearance and discussed his upcoming diplomatic trip to Hanoi. Despite his family’s concerns regarding his safety, Kissinger expressed confidence in his security detail and promised to call again before his departure.
On February 2, 1973, Camp David operator, William Hirsch, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-001 of the White House Tapes.
William Hirsch utilized the Camp David telephone system to facilitate logistical communications between the facility's kitchen staff and personnel at the Aspen lodge. The exchange primarily served as an administrative request to connect Hirsch with Charlie C. Sumrell. No substantive policy discussions occurred, as the dialogue was limited to verifying availability and routing the call.
On February 2, 1973, Charles C. ("Charlie") Sumrell and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-006 of the White House Tapes.
Charles C. Sumrell received a briefing regarding the logistics of President Nixon's upcoming return to Camp David. The unknown caller confirmed the President's travel status and instructed Sumrell to await further communications regarding specific scheduling details. This brief coordination ensured that appropriate arrangements were in place for the President's arrival.
On February 2, 1973, Frank A. Sisco, Camp David operator, and Charles A. Grunden talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-007 of the White House Tapes.
Frank A. Sisco and Charles A. Grunden coordinated administrative logistics regarding operations at Camp David. The participants confirmed that facilities were prepared for use and discussed the upcoming schedule for President Nixon's return to the retreat. No formal policy decisions were made, as the conversation focused exclusively on site readiness and scheduling updates.
On February 2, 1973, William Hirsch and Charles C. ("Charlie") Sumrell talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-002 of the White House Tapes.
William Hirsch and Charles Sumrell coordinate the retrieval of recording equipment and tapes located in the den at Camp David. They discuss the logistics of whether to transport the entire machine or simply remove the tapes for collection. The conversation concludes with the decision to bring both the tapes and the smaller recording device to the requested location.
On February 2, 1973, Charles C. ("Charlie") Sumrell, Camp David operator, and Farrell D. Morlan talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-009 of the White House Tapes.
Camp David operator Charles C. Sumrell contacted Sergeant Farrell D. Morlan to verify specific technical requirements for supply procurement. The conversation centered on confirming whether the requested equipment consisted of C-120 or C-20 audio tapes, with the parties clarifying that the former are two-hour recording tapes. This exchange resolved a discrepancy in communication regarding the necessary supplies for the White House operations at Camp David.