24 conversations found
On February 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone from 8:05 pm to 8:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-098 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. After the operator informed him that she was already on another line, the President requested to be called back once the line became available. This brief exchange reflects the routine administrative process for the President to facilitate private communications with family members.
On February 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 8:13 pm to 8:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-099 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to briefly inquire about her personal schedule. The exchange serves as a check-in regarding her upcoming commitments and whereabouts. No substantive political or policy matters were addressed during this short telephonic communication.
On February 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:14 pm and 10:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-100 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief administrative exchange served as the necessary logistical step to initiate a direct line of communication between the President and his top aide. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this specific interaction.
On February 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 10:03 pm to 10:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-101 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinate the delivery of remarks prepared for the President’s upcoming departure to the People’s Republic of China. Haldeman confirms that the documents are ready, and the President requests their immediate delivery for his review. This brief exchange serves to finalize briefing materials essential for the historic diplomatic mission.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:11 am and 8:28 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-102 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to connect with New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. The conversation serves solely as a procedural request for the White House operator to place the call to the Governor. No substantive policy matters or further discussions were captured in this recording segment.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:11 am and 8:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to briefly discuss and inspect the details of commemorative panda-themed gifts. The conversation focused on the selection and variety of these items, likely in anticipation of upcoming diplomatic exchanges. No substantive policy decisions were made during this short, informal interaction.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:11 am and 8:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office for a brief, informal morning exchange. The conversation occurred shortly before the President's scheduled departure for his historic trip to China. Due to the lack of a transcript, the specific substance of their interaction remains unrecorded, though it reflects the routine personal access Sanchez maintained with the President during this period.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:15 am to 8:24 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative tasks regarding the distribution of internal documentation. The discussion focused on organizing and disseminating copies of materials to key staff members, including William L. Safire, Charles W. Colson, and George P. Shultz. The meeting concluded with instructions for Bull to manage these secretarial and distribution responsibilities.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:24 am and 8:28 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This brief interaction served as a routine logistical step to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or significant political decisions occurred during this exchange.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:24 am and 8:28 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, regarding preparations for his historic upcoming diplomatic trip to the People's Republic of China. The discussion focused primarily on logistical arrangements and wardrobe requirements for the visit. This brief exchange served to finalize personal details ahead of the President's departure for the summit.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:24 am and 8:28 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield and Stephen Bull to discuss administrative logistics and upcoming diplomatic preparations. The participants reviewed the content of an upcoming toast for Chinese Premier Chou En-lai, prepared in consultation with Henry Kissinger and the National Security Council, and addressed routine matters involving John Connally and the signing of documents with Rose Mary Woods. The brief session focused on coordinating White House workflows and final adjustments to presidential communications.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Nelson A. Rockefeller talked on the telephone from 8:28 am to 8:31 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-103 of the White House Tapes.
Governor Nelson Rockefeller called President Nixon to express strong support for the President’s upcoming historic trip to the People’s Republic of China, emphasizing the initiative's significance for global peace. The two discussed the complex negotiations regarding Taiwan and the positive public reception reflected in recent Gallup polling. To ensure continued collaboration, the President committed to having Henry Kissinger provide Rockefeller with a formal briefing on the trip upon his return.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Nelson A. Rockefeller met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:28 am to 8:31 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Nelson Rockefeller met to discuss the upcoming political challenges of the election year, specifically regarding the economy and the administration's foreign policy objectives. Nixon emphasized the importance of international relations between major global powers and solicited Rockefeller's support for his scheduled remarks at an evening dinner. To ensure continued coordination, Nixon committed to having Henry Kissinger provide a briefing to Rockefeller in New York.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:00 am to 9:06 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to address correspondence concerning Alice Roosevelt Longworth. During this brief discussion, they reviewed a photostatic copy of a letter to be sent by the staff. The meeting concluded with instructions regarding the handling and dissemination of this administrative document.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:06 am and 9:11 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to finalize the agenda for an upcoming session with congressional leadership. The discussion focused on a resolution introduced by Representative Leslie C. Arends, which the President formally reviewed and approved for the meeting. The brief exchange ensured that the administration’s legislative strategy remained aligned with key congressional allies.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:06 am and 9:11 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the delivery of a specific item to Representative Leslie C. Arends. The discussion also involved matters related to National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. The meeting served as a brief administrative session to facilitate personnel communications and logistical arrangements.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:11 am to 9:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed communication strategies and talking points for the President’s upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China, specifically focusing on the tone for addressing Zhou En-lai and handling press inquiries during a planned stop in Hawaii. The pair also coordinated logistical and thematic plans for an upcoming meeting with Congressional leadership, including the potential role of Secretary of State William P. Rogers. Additionally, they reviewed strategies for managing the PRC's complex concerns regarding the Soviet Union and the Vietnam conflict.
On February 17, 1972, Stephen B. Bull and United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:17 am and 10:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-013 of the White House Tapes.
Stephen B. Bull met with Secret Service agents in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics and security regarding President Nixon's movements. The discussion centered on confirming the President's current location and his upcoming presence in the Cabinet Room. The brief exchange served as an operational update to ensure proper protection and scheduling protocols were maintained.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 9:17 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 674-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to briefly coordinate the President's daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was confirming an upcoming appointment with Henry Kissinger. The interaction concluded quickly as Bull exited the office immediately following the briefing.
On February 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and bipartisan Congressional leaders, including Vice President Spiro T. Agnew, William P. Rogers, Michael J. ("Mike") Mansfield, Robert C. Byrd, J. William Fulbright, John C. Stennis, Gale W. McGee, Hugh Scott, Robert P. Griffin, Margaret Chase Smith, George D. Aiken, Milton R. Young, Barry M. Goldwater, Carl B. Albert, [Thomas] Hale Boggs, F. Edward Hébert; Dr. Thomas E. ("Doc") Morgan, George H. Mahon, Gerald R. Ford, Leslie C. Arends, William S. Mailliard, Henry A. Kissinger, William E. Timmons, Richard K. Cook, Thomas C. Korologos, John A. Scali, Ronald L. Ziegler, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., John D. Ehrlichman, the White House photographer, and members of the press, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House from 9:22 am to 10:00 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 091-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a bipartisan group of Congressional leaders to discuss his upcoming historic trip to the People's Republic of China. The President sought to build support for the mission, briefing the group on communication protocols with Peking and his strategy for managing the international and domestic implications of the visit. The discussion emphasized the goal of establishing a new dialogue with the PRC to foster long-term global stability and balance regional power dynamics.
On February 17, 1972, a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 11:59 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 091-003 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified individual conducted a guided tour for visitors inside the White House Cabinet Room. The guide provided historical context regarding the room's function, specifically highlighting the seating arrangements for the President and Cabinet members. The discussion touched upon the legacies of former presidents and key political figures who previously occupied the space.
On February 17, 1972, a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 11:59 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 091-002 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified tour guide leads a group through the Cabinet Room, providing brief commentary on the space's history and former occupants. The guide notes changes made to the room's appearance following the tenure of President Lyndon B. Johnson and mentions various political subjects. The exchange concludes after a brief, largely unintelligible discussion involving the visitors.
On February 17, 1972, a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 11:59 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 091-004 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified guide leads a tour group through the Cabinet Room, providing historical context on the room's significance and interior features. The discussion focuses on prominent artifacts, including portraits of past presidents, the Cabinet table, and the specific seating arrangements used by individuals such as Lyndon B. Johnson and current staff members. No policy decisions were made during this brief informational session.
On February 17, 1972, a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 11:59 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 091-005 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified guide leads a tour group through the White House Cabinet Room, providing historical and procedural information. The discussion covers the physical layout of the room, including the conference table and designated seating for cabinet members and congressional leadership. The guide also highlights specific portraiture on display, including paintings of past presidents such as Dwight D. Eisenhower and Theodore Roosevelt.