58 conversations found
On March 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 10:57 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 866-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on facilitating a meeting between Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. Bull promptly exited the office following these brief administrative instructions.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:02 am and 9:24 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his special consultant and speechwriter, Patrick J. Buchanan. This brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to initiate official communication between the President and a key staff member. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this initial connection phase.
On March 2, 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 8:02 am and 9:24 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-008 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 administrative step to connect the President with a specific party. No substantive policy matters or political developments were discussed during this exchange.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Peter J. Brennan talked on the telephone from 9:24 am to 9:27 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Patrick J. Buchanan coordinate preparations for an upcoming press conference by reviewing potential questions and developing strategic responses. They discuss handling sensitive political topics, including the monetary crisis, the Wounded Knee occupation, campaign fundraising controversies, and inquiries stemming from L. Patrick Gray’s ongoing FBI testimony regarding Watergate. The President decides to adopt a non-committal stance on active investigations, specifically regarding the Watergate and Gray hearings, to avoid prematurely addressing evolving controversies.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:24 am and 9:27 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified individual. The recording consists entirely of an unintelligible, brief exchange, preventing the identification of any specific policy topics or administrative decisions. Consequently, no substantive outcomes or action items were captured during this three-minute interval.
On March 2, 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 9:24 am and 9:27 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call. The brief interaction served as a logistical step to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions occurred during this exchange.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Peter J. Brennan met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:24 am to 9:27 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Secretary of Labor Peter J. Brennan to discuss current political optics and personnel management strategies. The dialogue centered on the administration's approach to labor and economic leaders, specifically regarding the handling of individuals like Shelton and the broader implications of currency fluctuations. The discussion concluded with the President indicating a relaxed stance toward certain administrative staffers, suggesting a desire to move past recent controversies.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:27 am and 9:31 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing telephone call to Kenneth R. Cole, Jr., who served as the Deputy Assistant to the President for Domestic Affairs. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and a key staff member. No further substantive discussion or policy decisions were recorded during this brief connection.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Kenneth R. Cole, Jr. talked on the telephone from 9:31 am to 9:38 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Kenneth R. Cole, Jr. discuss strategies for addressing partisan opposition from state governors regarding special revenue sharing and potential press messaging. They evaluate the likelihood of Congress overriding presidential vetoes on various spending bills, including rural water, sewer grants, and vocational rehabilitation legislation. Nixon acknowledges the political difficulty in blocking popular spending programs while focusing on identifying bills where the administration can successfully sustain a veto, such as the Rural Electrification Administration bill.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Kenneth R. Cole, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:31 am to 9:38 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Kenneth R. Cole, Jr. discuss how the administration should respond to inquiries regarding state revenue sharing and a specific story involving a governor's office. Cole seeks guidance on addressing concerns from state and city officials who remain uneasy despite federal assurances. The two agree to maintain the official stance that the administration expects to proceed with special and general revenue sharing programs.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:40 am to 10:25 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the status of Vietnam cease-fire negotiations, the upcoming release of prisoners of war (POWs), and preparations for the President's press conference. They analyzed international geopolitical trends, including the impact of foreign elections and historical lessons from the Versailles Treaty on modern power dynamics. During the meeting, Ronald Ziegler joined to coordinate messaging for the press, while administrative discussions regarding ambassadorial appointments were also addressed.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:25 am and 11:00 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with an unidentified individual in the Executive Office Building while refreshments were served. Due to the lack of a transcript and the absence of specific recorded dialogue, the substantive purpose and agenda of the encounter remain historically undocumented. The meeting concluded before 11:00 am without any publicly identifiable policy outcomes or directives.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:25 am and 11:00 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 414-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the status and timing of the upcoming release of prisoners of war (POWs) held by the Vietcong. The President sought confirmation on whether the administration should maintain the March 4th deadline for these releases. They reviewed intelligence and expected timelines to ensure the North Vietnamese and Vietcong would adhere to the established schedule.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:01 am to 11:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-001 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:05 am and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-002 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:41 am and 11:43 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-006 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:41 am and 11:44 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-004 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-003 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-005 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:41 am and 11:43 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon attempted to reach George T. Bell via telephone, but the connection was unsuccessful due to Bell's declining health. The White House operator relayed information from Bell’s nurse, explaining that Bell was too weak to participate in a conversation. Nixon acknowledged the situation and accepted that a call would not be possible at that time.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone from 11:41 am to 11:43 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate two urgent phone connections. He requested to reach George T. Bell, noting his location at the hospital, as well as former White House staffer Richard V. Allen. The operator acknowledged these instructions to initiate the calls on the President's behalf.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Margeret Armiger talked on the telephone from 11:43 am to 11:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called Margeret Armiger to convey his well wishes and professional praise for George T. Bell, who was currently facing health challenges. The President expressed his admiration for Bell's effectiveness and resilience, requesting that Armiger relay these sentiments to him. This brief exchange served as a morale-boosting gesture from the President to a valued associate.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Margaret Armiger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:43 am to 11:44 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-007 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, Rose Mary Woods, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:51 am and 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-008 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, Rebecca Jane Dalton Weinberger, James H. Cavanaugh, Peter Yu, Richard Ross, Kemmons Wilson, William W. Moore, and Jack P. Segal met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:51 am and 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-009 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:25 pm and 12:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-012 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:25 pm and 12:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-010 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:25 pm and 12:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-011 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Richard K. Cook, Paul Findley, and Helmut ("Hal") Sonnenfeldt met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:30 pm and 12:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-013 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:47 pm and 12:49 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-014 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Mark I. Goode, Jill Goode, Claudia Goode, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:50 pm to 1:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-015 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:00 pm to 1:27 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-016 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:33 pm and 3:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-017 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:33 pm and 3:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-018 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, John M. Olin, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:35 pm to 4:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-019 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Samuel Jackson, and Mrs. Samuel Jackson met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Samuel Jackson and his wife to discuss Jackson’s transition from his role in the administration back into private legal practice. The President expressed his appreciation for Jackson’s service and performance while reflecting on the professional opportunities awaiting him at a prestigious law firm. The conversation concluded with Nixon affirming that Jackson’s tenure in the administration provided him with valuable experience for his upcoming partnership.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Richard Melich, and Mrs. Richard Melich met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Richard and Mrs. Melich, accompanied by Stephen B. Bull, for a social visit in the Oval Office. The conversation focused on the Melichs' travels to Yugoslavia, the USSR, and Sweden, as well as their long-standing history of supporting the Republican Party at national conventions since 1952. The group also discussed family backgrounds, including the Melichs' ancestral ties to the Mormon faith and the naming of their child after the President.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, James M. Beggs, and Mrs. James M. Beggs met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with James M. Beggs and his wife to discuss Beggs's tenure at the Department of Transportation and his future career prospects. The President expressed appreciation for Beggs's work under former Secretary John A. Volpe while acknowledging the immense difficulty of the department's mission. The conversation concluded with Nixon advising Beggs on potential private sector opportunities in California, specifically praising the management quality of the Howard Hughes organization.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles L. Ill, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Charles L. Ill and Stephen B. Bull to discuss Ill’s past service during the 1968 campaign and his recent tenure working with the Navy. Ill expressed frustration regarding his forced resignation and the lack of clarity surrounding his dismissal despite his prior dedication to the administration. The conversation served as a professional exit for Ill, with the President acknowledging his frank feedback regarding personnel changes and administration staffing challenges.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Charles A. Meyer met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Charles A. Meyer to review various ambassadorial appointments and discuss U.S. policy towards Latin America. The two assessed potential candidates for diplomatic posts, including the replacement for the ambassador in Mexico and leadership in Peru, while emphasizing the need for more effective engagement in the region. Nixon encouraged Meyer to remain available for future administrative assignments and international delegations, particularly regarding Inter-American affairs, following Meyer's transition back to the private sector at Sears.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Richard F. Schubert, and Mrs. Richard F. Schubert met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-024 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Carlos C. Villarreal, and Mrs. Carlos C. Villarreal met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Carlos C. Villarreal and his wife, along with aide Stephen B. Bull, to discuss potential new employment opportunities for Villarreal within the administration. The conversation focused on evaluating two Washington-based positions: Assistant Secretary of the Navy and a role within the Agency for International Development (AID). Nixon encouraged Villarreal to pursue the Navy position, specifically suggesting he coordinate an interview with Secretary of the Navy John W. Warner.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Spencer Schedler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Spencer Schedler and his wife, accompanied by Stephen Bull, to formally express his appreciation for Schedler's past contributions to the administration and the 1968 campaign. The discussion touched upon Schedler's potential for future government service and his connections to prominent supporters like John Ruan. The meeting concluded with a photo opportunity to commemorate the visit and acknowledge Schedler's ongoing commitment to the President.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Laurence H. Silberman, and Mrs. Laurence H. Silberman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Laurence H. Silberman and his wife to formally bid farewell to Silberman as he departed the administration. During the meeting, which included commemorative photography, Nixon expressed appreciation for Silberman’s service alongside George P. Shultz and James D. Hodgson. The President further offered career advice regarding Silberman’s transition into a private law firm partnership, emphasizing the value of his government experience.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 4:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-020 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Robert C. Moot, and Mrs. Robert C. Moot met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-023 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Harold Finger, and Mrs. Harold Finger met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-022 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Robert Ball, and Mrs. Robert Ball met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Social Security Commissioner Robert Ball and his wife for a courtesy visit that included an official photograph session and an informal discussion about the Social Security program. The conversation touched upon the administration's support for the program's long-term sustainability, the necessity of addressing the impact of inflation on recipients, and the value of self-help initiatives. Nixon praised Ball’s professional competence and integrity before concluding the meeting with a brief mention of family needlepoint artwork.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, John H. Shaffer, and Mrs. John H. Shaffer met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with FAA Administrator John H. Shaffer and his wife, accompanied by Stephen B. Bull, for a social visit in the Oval Office. The conversation consisted primarily of introductions, formal photography, and casual chitchat regarding Shaffer’s professional background at Trans World Airways. The group also discussed recreational topics, specifically their shared memberships at private golf clubs and the President’s performance on the links.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Edwin S. Cohen, and Mrs. Cohen met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:08 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-021 of the White House Tapes.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Timothy G. Elbourne, Mrs. Elbourne, Kathy Elbourne, Kirsten Elbourne, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 5:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-036 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Timothy G. Elbourne and his family in the Oval Office to bid them farewell as Elbourne transitioned to a new position at the Disney Travel Company in California. The discussion touched upon Elbourne's prior advance work for the administration, including his contributions to the President's trip to the People's Republic of China. The meeting concluded with the President posing for photographs and providing autographs for the family.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler regarding an upcoming meeting with Timothy G. Elbourne. The discussion focused on Elbourne's recent activities, specifically his interactions concerning the People's Republic of China and his attendance at a social event featuring Sammy Davis, Jr. This exchange served as a preparatory briefing for the President to ensure he was fully informed about Elbourne's recent engagements.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Herbert G. Klein, Stephen B. Bull, and Donna J. Kingwell met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:12 pm to 5:14 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-037 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Herbert G. Klein and Donna J. Kingwell to bid farewell to Kingwell as she transitioned to a new position in California. The discussion touched upon personal matters, including Kingwell's residence and background, alongside reflections on Klein’s public relations work and his recent trip to the People's Republic of China. The meeting concluded with the President expressing his appreciation for their service.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, White House operator, unknown person(s), and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:14 pm to 5:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-038 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss the tragic killing of U.S. diplomats in Khartoum, Sudan, and to reaffirm the administration’s firm policy against paying ransom or yielding to terrorist blackmail. The discussion touched upon the strategic challenges of protecting ambassadors in volatile regions and the necessity of maintaining pressure on Arab governments to control terrorist factions. Additionally, the President reviewed various diplomatic appointments and personnel matters, including potential candidates for ambassadorial posts in Pakistan, Thailand, and other nations.
On March 2, 1973, Henry A. Kissinger and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:14 pm and 5:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-033 of the White House Tapes.
Henry Kissinger contacts the White House operator to request a meeting with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The conversation serves as a brief administrative directive to facilitate communication between the two officials. No substantive policy matters are addressed in this short exchange.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:40 pm to 5:51 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-039 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen Bull and an additional staff member, likely H.R. Haldeman, to review and finalize his upcoming presidential schedule and public appearances. The discussion focused on coordinating logistics for various briefings, award ceremonies, and social functions, including an upcoming 'Evening at the White House' event featuring George Foreman. Nixon made several administrative decisions regarding his participation in these events, notably declining certain ceremonial duties, such as the swearing-in of the SEC chairman and further meetings with charity poster children.
On March 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), Stephen B. Bull, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:52 pm to 6:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-040 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss a wide-ranging agenda including ambassadorial appointments, personnel management within the administration, and the administration's response to the recent murder of U.S. diplomats in Sudan. They reviewed the status of various staff members, discussed the political implications of John Connally's expected party switch, and evaluated the President's press strategy. During the meeting, Nixon decided to lower the White House flag to honor the slain diplomats and instructed staff to streamline ceremonial swearing-in events.
Unknown person(s) and United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 6:40 pm on March 2, 1973 and 9:10 am on March 3, 1973. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 867-041 of the White House Tapes.
United States Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to conduct administrative or operational business during the evening hours. Due to the lack of a transcript and the ambiguity of the participants, the precise nature of their discussion remains undocumented. The meeting concluded before the start of the following morning's business, with no specific policy decisions or significant developments recorded.