27 conversations found
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:29 am and 9:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum to H.R. Haldeman outlining a strategy to utilize the presidential box at the Kennedy Center for outreach. The plan instructs Haldeman and William E. Timmons to coordinate the attendance of members of Congress, cabinet officers, and White House staff over a 60-day period. This initiative aimed to foster political relations by ensuring the box was consistently occupied by influential guests.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:29 am and 9:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, high-level discussion with an unidentified male visitor in the Oval Office. The dialogue, which appears to conclude with a directive regarding Henry A. Kissinger, remains largely fragmentary due to the limited transcript. The conversation highlights the President's focused administrative oversight and reliance on Kissinger for ongoing policy matters.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:29 am and 9:30 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual, during which Rose Mary Woods served as the recording secretary for the session. While the specific transcript is unavailable, the meeting took place amidst a period of intense focus on administrative management and internal White House operations. The engagement concluded before 9:30 am, though the substantive content of the discussion remains undocumented due to the lack of a surviving transcript.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:30 am to 10:29 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss a wide range of international issues, focusing on the recent election results in France, ongoing concerns in Cambodia and Vietnam, and the strategic complexities of the "three-corner" relationship between the U.S., the Soviet Union, and China. They reviewed U.S. military responses to cease-fire violations, including planned B-52 strikes, and the necessity of managing Congressional and public opinion regarding Vietnam. Additionally, the pair discussed long-term foreign policy philosophy, the importance of retaining sensitive diplomatic records for security, and the challenge of maintaining their unique geopolitical strategy after they leave office.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:20 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on state visits, foreign policy, and domestic priorities. They discussed specific ambassadorial appointments—most notably for Germany and Taiwan—and planned the sequence of visits for international leaders including the Shah of Iran, Willy Brandt, and African heads of state to build momentum before the USSR summit. Additionally, the group reviewed strategies for managing the press, addressing congressional relations, and navigating domestic economic concerns, with Nixon emphasizing the need for his staff to focus on capitalizing on opportunities rather than merely managing crises.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:20 pm and 12:21 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified individual regarding a scheduled or prospective phone call to Adele Rogers St. Johns. The brief discussion centered on the logistics of the call, including the timing and potential concerns regarding service or protocol. No significant policy decisions were reached during this short interaction.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:20 pm and 12:21 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified individual regarding background information pertaining to Adele Rogers. The discussion focused on gathering specific details about Rogers, though the transcript remains too fragmentary to ascertain the broader strategic purpose of the inquiry. No further concrete actions or substantive policy decisions were documented during this brief exchange.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Richard G. Kleindienst, Geoffrey C. Shepard, John E. ("Jack") Ingersoll, Thomas Devine, Mrs. Thomas Devine, Thomas Devine, Jr., Michael Devine, Mary Rita Devine, Lawrence M. Devine, W. Robert Devine, Samuel Tummillo, Clara Tumillo, Mary Ann Tummillo, Connie Fletcher, and Carla Statita met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:21 pm and 12:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon hosted a meeting with family members of Frank Tummillo and federal agent Thomas Devine to present the Henry L. Manfredi Award and honor the service of law enforcement officers in the war on narcotics. During the ceremony, Nixon drew parallels between the fight against drug traffickers and the war in Vietnam, emphasizing the importance of legislative measures, including potential death penalty provisions for drug pushers. Following the departure of the families, Nixon and Attorney General Richard Kleindienst transitioned to a brief discussion regarding upcoming administrative scheduling and the status of pending crime legislation.
On March 12, 1973, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:34 pm and 3:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with unidentified individuals in the Oval Office to conduct official business, though the specific nature of the discussion remains undocumented due to the lack of an available transcript. The interaction took place during a mid-afternoon block of time, concluding before 3:06 pm. Because no audio record or descriptive log of the subject matter exists, the historical purpose and specific outcomes of this meeting cannot be determined.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:34 pm and 12:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming schedule, including meetings with Congressional leaders, a planned farewell call to John J. McCloy regarding his resignation from the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency, and a briefing with Hermann Kahn. The conversation also covered administrative details for the President’s public events, specifically regarding the handling of drug enforcement personnel and protocol for White House reception lines. Nixon provided instructions to Bull on streamlining these social duties to improve efficiency and personal comfort during official engagements.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-094 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone communication through the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Adele Langston Rogers, the wife of Secretary of State William P. Rogers. The primary purpose of this contact was to facilitate personal communication between the President and Mrs. Rogers. No policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed during this brief exchange.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum for his personal files to record his assessment of current administrative challenges. The discussion focused primarily on domestic public opinion, specifically regarding the ongoing concerns surrounding returning prisoners of war and federal budgetary priorities. This reflection served to formalize the President's perspective on these critical political issues as of early 1973.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to attend to personal matters. The brief interaction focused on the management of private items and domestic assistance within the executive offices. No major policy decisions were documented during this exchange.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative matters regarding the President's daily schedule. The brief exchange primarily focused on coordinating an upcoming telephone call. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this routine operational interaction.
On March 12, 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 12:46 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This interaction served primarily as a logistical step to connect the President with a third party. No substantive policy matters or major decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:46 pm and 1:16 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum for his files, reviewing a diverse range of administrative and political concerns, including foreign policy analysis, domestic economic challenges, and law enforcement initiatives. He assessed media coverage regarding his trip to the People's Republic of China, discussed the presentation of the Hank Manfredi Award, and deliberated on public perceptions of food prices and integration policies. The recording captures the President’s process of organizing his thoughts on staff management, press relations, and the administrative structure of the White House.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Adele (Langston) Rogers met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:16 pm to 1:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met briefly with Adele Rogers for a social courtesy call to offer his well wishes for an upcoming event. Their conversation was informal and lacked substantive policy discussion, primarily involving brief pleasantries. The meeting concluded quickly with Nixon expressing his regards before Rogers departed.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Adele (Langston) Rogers talked on the telephone from 1:16 pm to 1:18 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-095 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Adele Rogers regarding his strategy to utilize Cabinet wives as political surrogates to support his administration's legislative and budgetary agenda. Nixon expressed his desire to leverage the wives' influence while acknowledging that participation would vary based on individual circumstances. To further this objective, he announced plans for a formal briefing and dinner for Cabinet members and their spouses at Camp David scheduled for late April or early May.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:18 pm and 2:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss upcoming administrative scheduling and logistics. The dialogue reflects a brief transition period during the workday, as the two men coordinated the President's immediate agenda. No major policy decisions were reached during this short, procedural exchange.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:33 pm to 3:02 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and briefly John Ehrlichman to strategize on public relations, presidential travel, and the administration's political narrative. The discussion focused on how to improve the President's approval ratings amidst economic concerns and domestic policy issues, with a specific emphasis on effectively communicating accomplishments and countering media criticism. Key decisions included planning future travel to Latin America and regional locations to dominate the public dialogue, as well as refining the President's upcoming schedule and appearance strategy to maximize political impact.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 2:38 pm to 2:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-096 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman coordinate preparations for an upcoming Cost of Living Council meeting, emphasizing the need for realistic goals, deadlines, and direct reporting through the OMB. They discuss personnel issues regarding Attorney General Richard Kleindienst’s attendance, ultimately agreeing to have Donald Santarelli represent the Justice Department. The conversation also briefly touches on the progress of a draft for an upcoming veterans speech and a speculative proposal for a wrap-up address to a joint session of Congress.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:06 pm and 3:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review a list of individuals, specifically inquiring about those who remained. The brief exchange focused on vetting personnel or associates, as evidenced by the President's request to identify the remaining names. No specific decisions were finalized during this short window, though the discussion served as a follow-up on staffing or administrative personnel matters.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Col. Robinson Risner, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:08 pm to 4:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Colonel Robinson Risner, a recently returned prisoner of war, to discuss the conditions of his captivity in North Vietnam and the strategic rationale behind U.S. bombing campaigns. Risner provided detailed accounts of the brutal torture, isolation, and psychological tactics employed by North Vietnamese guards, as well as the POWs' resilient efforts to maintain communication and morale. The conversation also touched upon the necessity of providing reconstruction aid to North Vietnam as a pragmatic tool to guarantee the ceasefire and maintain U.S. influence, and the President sought Risner’s perspective on handling the small number of POWs accused of collaboration.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:24 pm and 6:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review his daily schedule and manage routine administrative tasks, including signing disaster assistance documents for Texas. The two discussed a scheduled telephone call from Julie Nixon Eisenhower and logistics regarding the President’s upcoming meetings with returning Prisoners of War. No major policy shifts occurred, as the session focused primarily on managing the President's public engagements and correspondence.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Jeremiah A. Denton, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:24 pm and 6:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 876-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Captain Jeremiah A. Denton, Jr. to discuss the experiences of American Prisoners of War (POWs) and plan a welcoming reception at the White House. The conversation focused on the personal resilience of POWs, the importance of an honorable conclusion to the Vietnam War, and the strategic necessity of U.S. involvement in global affairs to counter Soviet and Chinese influence. Nixon also solicited Denton's insights on the psychological endurance required during captivity and finalized logistical arrangements for an upcoming dinner honoring the returned servicemen.
On March 12, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Jeremiah A. Denton, Jr., Manolo Sanchez, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:40 pm to 6:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 877-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon met with former POW Jeremiah A. Denton, Jr. to discuss the Vietnam War, the strategic necessity of the 1972 bombing campaigns, and the broader implications of U.S. foreign policy and military credibility. They examined the domestic challenges facing the administration, particularly the moral and political opposition from the "leader class" and the media, which they contrasted with the patriotism of the "average man" and returning POWs. The conversation served as both a strategic debriefing on the war's conclusion and a discussion regarding Denton's plans to write a book reflecting on the American character and the need for moral renewal.
Manolo Sanchez and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building on an unknown date, sometime between 6:36 pm on March 12, 1973 and 8:14 am on March 13, 1973. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 877-002 of the White House Tapes.
Manolo Sanchez and unidentified individuals held a brief meeting in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss routine administrative or logistical matters. The interaction lacks substantial recorded dialogue, as the archival transcript is incomplete and contains only minimal, unintelligible communication. Consequently, no significant policy decisions or administrative actions can be identified from the available audio record.