18 conversations found
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:20 am and 10:03 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-076 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a routine administrative request through the White House operator to be connected with his Chief of Staff, H. R. Haldeman. This brief interaction serves as a bridge to facilitate further internal communication between the President and his senior aide. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded during this brief exchange.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 10:03 am to 10:19 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-077 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the recent Gridiron Dinner, focusing on George McGovern's well-received performance and the general atmosphere of the event. Nixon expresses a desire to keep McGovern politically relevant to avoid his sudden removal from the scene. Additionally, they coordinate strategy regarding upcoming public events for released Prisoners of War (POWs), specifically deciding to manage the schedule to avoid overexposure and potential public fatigue with the heroes.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:21 am and 10:32 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-080 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a direct communication with the Usher’s Office. The brief interaction served solely as a request to be connected to the staff responsible for the management of the Executive Residence. No further substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed during this exchange.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:21 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-078 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to place a telephone call to domestic policy advisor John D. Ehrlichman. The primary purpose of this brief interaction is to facilitate direct communication between the President and a key staff member. No further policy or administrative developments occur during this specific bridge to the subsequent conversation.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:21 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-079 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and the White House operator coordinated the arrival of John D. Ehrlichman to the office. The operator informed the President that Ehrlichman was currently in transit. Nixon instructed the operator to have Ehrlichman contact him immediately upon his arrival.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Ray M. Hare talked on the telephone from 10:32 am to 10:33 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-081 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted Ray M. Hare to issue a specific directive regarding the maintenance of the White House interior. The President ordered the immediate removal of a television set that had been temporarily placed in the Queen's Room. This action was taken to ensure the room was properly prepared for upcoming public tours.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 10:47 am to 10:57 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-082 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman coordinated administrative strategies, focusing on a directive for subordinates to identify and address government surpluses across departments like Defense and the GSA. They discussed the political optics of the President’s recent public statements, noting media coverage and the utility of highlighting how outlets like the Washington Post chose to ignore presidential initiatives. Additionally, they reviewed political messaging regarding the 'new majority,' criticized the media’s failure to report on the administration's positive outreach to minority leaders, and agreed to shift the tone of Secretary Earl Butz’s public comments on food prices to appear more empathetic to consumers.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:49 pm and 1:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-083 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss the successful reception of the President's recent radio address on crime, agreeing that the medium effectively bypassed hostile press coverage by forcing reporters to focus on the substance of the speech rather than extraneous side issues. They conclude that radio addresses provide a superior platform for conveying direct messages to the public compared to live local events, which are often marred by protesters or distracting peripheral stories. Moving forward, Nixon directs his staff to use this direct radio strategy for future policy initiatives, specifically aiming to clarify the administration’s position on Vietnam veterans and distinguish them from those labeled as 'freeloaders.'
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:55 pm and 2:17 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-084 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacts the White House operator to place an urgent follow-up call to H.R. "Bob" Haldeman. The brief exchange serves as a procedural request to facilitate communication with his Chief of Staff. No further policy or administrative matters are addressed during this brief telephone interaction.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 2:17 pm to 2:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-085 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss the potential appointment of publisher Thomas Vail as the U.S. Ambassador to West Germany. Nixon emphasizes his preference for Vail’s political loyalty and editorial support over other potential businessman candidates, despite anticipated resistance from Secretary of State William P. Rogers and Henry Kissinger. Haldeman is directed to contact Vail to gauge his interest in the position before formally proceeding with the nomination.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon attempted to reach Charles Colson by telephone to discuss unspecified business, but the White House operator was unable to locate him at either his residence or office. After being informed of the unsuccessful attempts, the President decided to postpone the communication. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this brief administrative exchange.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:27 pm and 2:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-088 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to his advisor, Patrick J. Buchanan. The brief exchange serves as a functional directive to facilitate communication between the President and his staff. No further substantive policy matters or political discussions occur during this short administrative interaction.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-086 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate an urgent telephone call to Charles W. Colson. This brief communication served solely as a request for assistance in connecting the President to his special counsel. No further substantive policy matters or tactical decisions were discussed during this specific exchange.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Peter J. Brennan talked on the telephone from 2:33 pm to 2:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Patrick Buchanan discuss the positive press coverage surrounding the President's recent radio address on crime and law enforcement. The two agree that advocating for the death penalty and criticizing lenient judges and probation officers is a politically advantageous strategy that resonates with both their base and urban Democrats. Additionally, the President outlines his plan to deflect inquiries regarding the Watergate scandal during upcoming press conferences by refusing to comment on ongoing Senate committee hearings.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:46 pm and 2:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-091 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to initiate contact with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. After being informed that Julie was unavailable, the operator coordinated with the Secret Service to arrange for a return call to the President. The conversation concluded with Nixon acknowledging the plan to connect later.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:46 pm and 2:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-090 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief request for the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. This interaction reflects standard administrative procedure for facilitating the President's private communications. No substantive political or policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 2:56 pm to 3:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-092 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held a personal conversation covering various family matters, scheduling, and current events. Nixon discussed his recent radio address regarding capital punishment, specifically referencing the need to hold perpetrators accountable for the killing of a U.S. ambassador in Sudan. They also reviewed Senator John C. Stennis’s recovery progress, planned upcoming family activities for the First Lady's birthday, and anticipated the completion of the White House bowling alley renovations.
On March 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 4:19 pm to 4:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-093 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss Colson's recent trip to Israel and Romania, where they reflect on Nixon's strong international stature and the importance of foreign travel for perspective. The conversation shifts to the ongoing Watergate investigation, with both men strategizing on how to handle the pressure from the Washington Post, the Senate Ervin hearings, and executive privilege claims. Additionally, they touch upon domestic issues, including the administration's hard-line stance on crime and law enforcement, and share ideas for future political maneuvers, such as a potential effort to take over the Washington Post.