15 conversations found
On February 14, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:09 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 671-005 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service personnel engaged in brief, informal logistical exchanges regarding movements and potential meetings near the White House residence. The dialogue consists primarily of routine operational coordination and personal pleasantries between staff members. No substantive policy matters or major administrative decisions were recorded during this short interaction.
On February 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:22 pm and 10:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-091 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an urgent telephone call to his National Security Advisor, Henry Kissinger. The President expressed a desire to reach Kissinger despite acknowledging uncertainty regarding whether he had returned to his office or residence. This brief administrative exchange served solely to facilitate direct communication between the President and his top foreign policy aide.
On February 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 10:32 pm to 10:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-092 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger debriefed on a recent meeting with French intellectual André Malraux, focusing on his insights regarding the upcoming presidential trip to the People's Republic of China. They discussed the historical weight of the visit and the significance of Mao Tse-tung’s leadership style, comparing it to other world figures. Nixon emphasized the need to approach the China summit with confidence and dignity while dismissing the necessity of discussing economic aid, a topic he felt was better left to the Chinese to initiate.
On February 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:40 pm and 10:42 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-093 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to connect with White House special counsel Charles W. Colson. The exchange serves solely as a logistical request for the operator to establish the line. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded during this short administrative interaction.
On February 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 10:42 pm to 10:52 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-094 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson reviewed the political landscape ahead of the President’s upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China, focusing on recent polling data and public sentiment. They analyzed the impact of Gallup and Samuel Lubell survey results regarding the Vietnam War, the President's approval ratings, and criticisms leveled by Edmund Muskie. The pair also discussed the political momentum of the 1972 election, including Jimmy Hoffa’s recent endorsement and strategies for managing the media narrative.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:02 am and 10:21 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-095 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to exchange pleasantries regarding a gift of flowers and to coordinate travel plans for an upcoming family visit to Camp David. They discuss the potential availability of Julie, Tricia Nixon Cox, and First Lady Pat Nixon to join the President at the retreat between February 15 and 16. Julie notes her commitments to a Ladies Auxiliary reception and a Lions Eye Bank event, and they conclude by directing the logistical arrangements for the trip to be handled through Stephen B. Bull.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), Rose Mary Woods, Ronald L. Ziegler, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Dwight L. Chapin, White House operator, Tricia Nixon Cox, Henry A. Kissinger, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:12 am to 12:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss logistical arrangements for the upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China, emphasizing the need for strict control over media coverage to prevent unauthorized exclusives. They decide against granting early commitments to networks like ABC, opting instead to utilize a White House-contracted film unit to manage output. Additionally, the President deliberates on his post-trip schedule, specifically debating whether to stop in Anchorage to allow for a prime-time arrival in Washington, D.C., and expresses his personal disdain for hosting social dinners as a political outreach tool.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 10:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-096 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to place a return telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The operator confirms the request, noting that she had previously attempted to reach him. This brief exchange facilitates a personal communication between the President and his daughter.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 10:45 am to 10:47 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-097 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discussed logistics regarding the family's schedule and upcoming travel plans. They coordinated the President’s planned trip to Camp David for work, as well as the respective locations and activities of Pat Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower at the White House. Tricia explored the possibility of joining her father at Camp David during the afternoon.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:47 pm and 12:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate his daily schedule and manage logistical arrangements, including the transport of personal items like books between the Oval Office and the Executive Office Building. The President focused on scheduling a meeting with Richard Kleindienst and sought to confirm the availability of an associate, identified in the transcript as Clayton, for a discussion regarding upcoming professional commitments. These routine administrative exchanges underscored the President's efforts to maintain control over his calendar and internal workflow.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:47 pm and 12:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield consult on administrative scheduling and personnel matters, specifically addressing potential judicial appointments and the political optics of the Supreme Court. Nixon expresses deep concern regarding the predictability of his own appointees and contemplates the necessity of a constitutional amendment to override potential judicial opposition. The discussion underscores the President's anxieties about maintaining control over the judiciary's direction and his desire to avoid the political liability of a partisan-branded court.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:47 pm and 12:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman met to discuss administrative coordination, specifically reviewing recent interactions between John Connally, Arthur Burns, and George Shultz. The discussion touched on personnel management and the strategic handling of upcoming statements, particularly concerning busing and welfare reform. Nixon emphasized the need for clear accountability within his staff to ensure key policy objectives were effectively communicated.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:47 pm and 12:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discussed the scheduling of administrative meetings and logistics involving Richard G. Kleindienst. The conversation focused on arranging a specific time for Kleindienst to meet with the President at Camp David and coordinating a separate lunch engagement. No substantive policy matters were addressed, as the dialogue remained restricted to calendar management and internal protocol.
On February 15, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Manolo Sanchez, Rose Mary Woods, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:56 pm to 1:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and various staff members met to finalize the logistics and scheduling for the upcoming presidential trip to the People's Republic of China. The discussion focused on managing the President's daily schedule, including meeting times with Chou En-lai and Mao Tse-tung, while ensuring adequate downtime and physical recovery. Additionally, the participants reviewed domestic political concerns, including public reaction to the President's recent Vietnam peace proposal and potential strategies for handling press coverage and political opponents like Edmund Muskie.
On February 15, 1972, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:30 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 672-008 of the White House Tapes.
United States Secret Service agents convened in the Oval Office to discuss logistical details regarding an individual's personal preferences and travel habits. The brief, fragmentary exchange focused on the subject's affinity for specific outdoor activities and his ability to maintain a positive demeanor during these excursions. Due to the limited and largely unintelligible nature of the audio, no formal policy decisions or official actions were recorded.