33 conversations found
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 7:01 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-047 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief contact with the White House operator to place an outgoing call. The conversation was functional in nature, serving solely to facilitate communication with another party. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed during this brief exchange.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:01 pm to 7:02 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-048 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss the acquisition of Cuban cigars. The conversation focused on coordinating logistics for obtaining these items through personal associates, specifically referencing Robert Abplanalp and Bebe Rebozo. Nixon directed Sanchez to ensure that arrangements were made to secure the cigars via Florida contacts.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Arnold Palmer met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:02 pm to 7:04 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-049 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with professional golfer Arnold Palmer to offer personal congratulations on Palmer's recent tournament victory. The brief interaction focused on the President's appreciation for Palmer’s athletic achievement and his interest in the golfer's upcoming season. The two concluded the conversation by expressing a mutual desire to play a round of golf together in the future.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:10 pm and 7:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-125 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal phone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The conversation consisted solely of the President requesting the connection to her room. No other official business or policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:14 pm to 7:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-050 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his close friend Charles “Bebe” Rebozo to express personal gratitude for Rebozo’s long-standing loyalty during the President’s difficult political years. The brief discussion touched upon personal matters and travel arrangements, including Rebozo's upcoming plans. Nixon emphasized the value of friends who remained steadfast during his political lows, reinforcing the strength of their private relationship.
On March 15, 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 7:18 pm and 7:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-051 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. While no transcript exists to detail the specifics of their dialogue, such interactions typically involved personal logistics, daily scheduling, or private household matters. The meeting concluded without recorded policy implications or major administrative developments.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 7:43 pm to 7:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-126 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, coordinated plans to watch the film *Texas*. The brief telephone exchange served to confirm that the screening was prepared and ready for the President to attend. Nixon concluded the call by informing his daughter that he would be joining her shortly.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:14 am and 10:18 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to coordinate his immediate professional schedule. The brief interaction focused on facilitating upcoming appointments with key advisors, specifically John W. Dean III, Henry A. Kissinger, and John D. Ehrlichman. No further substantive policy matters were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:18 am to 10:33 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate their strategy regarding a problematic Human Rights Commission resolution on Jewish emigration from the Soviet Union, which had been submitted without White House authorization. They also discussed potential military responses to North Vietnamese treaty violations and reviewed the domestic political fallout of the Watergate scandal. The meeting concluded with a consensus to focus on major foreign policy initiatives, such as the upcoming Brezhnev visit, to maintain momentum and distract from ongoing administrative controversies.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, John W. Dean, III, unknown person(s), and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:34 am to 11:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, John Dean, and Ronald Ziegler met to formulate a strategic communication policy regarding the administration's cooperation with the Senate Watergate investigation. The discussion focused on restricting congressional access to raw FBI files while projecting an image of transparency and cooperation through evaluated summaries. Nixon emphasized that the primary political threat was the perception of a cover-up, and the group finalized instructions for Attorney General Richard Kleindienst to convey these firm, controlled guidelines to Senators Sam Ervin and Howard Baker.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:10 am to 12:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman to discuss White House administrative matters, including protocols for presidential gifts to POWs and the management of White House social events. The conversation primarily focused on the ongoing Watergate crisis, with Nixon and Haldeman evaluating the political risks of a potential cover-up versus full disclosure. They also discussed strategies for managing press relations, congressional testimony, and the assertion of executive privilege regarding White House staff.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Wallace H. Johnson, Stephen B. Bull, Oliver F. ("Ollie") Atkins, Peter V. Domenici, Nancy [Burk] (Burk) Domenici, Lisa Domenici, Peter Domenici, Jr., Nella Domenici, Claire Domenici, David Domenici, Nanette Domenici, Paula Domenici, and Helen Domenici met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:06 pm to 12:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon hosted Senator Pete V. Domenici and his family in the Oval Office for a cordial social visit. The discussion focused primarily on the Domenici children, their schooling, and the family's transition to living in Rockville, Maryland. During the meeting, Nixon shared anecdotes about his own family's political background and provided the group with a tour of the office's notable decorations, including artifacts from China and pieces crafted by his daughter, Julie. The visit concluded with arrangements for a group photograph and well-wishes for the Senator's upcoming work in Congress.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Michael J. Farrell, Arlene Dahl, Rounseville ("Skip") Schaum, Lorenzo Shaum, and Carole Schaum met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:20 pm to 12:31 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Arlene Dahl, Michael J. Farrell, and members of the Schaum family for a social visit in the Oval Office. The discussion centered on cultural topics, including theater and film, with the group sharing perspectives on the perceived decline in moral standards within modern entertainment. Nixon emphasized his preference for family-friendly media and discussed obtaining copies of films for his personal viewing.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:31 pm to 1:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate White House operations, focusing on congressional relations, personnel management, and the ongoing political fallout from the Watergate investigation. They discussed the performance of congressional liaisons, the potential recruitment of new staff, and the administrative roles of cabinet members like George Shultz and Roy Ash. The conversation shifted toward managing the administration's legal risks, specifically debating the merits of releasing a 'White Paper' on Watergate and assessing the potential legal exposure of key figures like G. Gordon Liddy, Jeb Magruder, and John Dean.
On March 16, 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 1:38 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a private meeting in his Old Executive Office Building suite with an unidentified individual. The nature of the interaction remains obscured, as the archival record indicates only that the participants partook in refreshments. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were documented during this segment of the recording.
On March 16, 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 1:38 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The discussion appears to have been limited to logistical or personal matters regarding the President's schedule. Due to the limited nature of the available recording segment, no significant policy decisions or administrative actions were documented.
On March 16, 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 1:38 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This interaction served purely as an administrative function to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or policy-related decisions were recorded during this brief operational exchange.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:38 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon recorded a memorandum dictating specific arrangements for an upcoming White House dinner honoring Israeli Prime Minister Golda Meir. He focused on organizational details and protocol, including necessary security measures and the performance of the national anthem. This dictation served to ensure that the social event met the President's personal standards and security requirements.
On March 16, 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 1:38 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss miscellaneous personal matters and household logistics within the Executive Office Building. Their brief exchange included remarks regarding the current snowy weather and mentions of the Lincoln Committee. The conversation remained informal and did not result in any significant policy decisions or official government action.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:38 pm and 2:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-127 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The brief interaction serves solely to facilitate this private communication. No further substantive matters or political developments are addressed during the call.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 2:45 pm to 2:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 037-128 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, discussed the positive reception of First Lady Pat Nixon’s appearance at a wildlife dedication ceremony. Julie reported that the event included a performance by the Marine Band in honor of the First Lady's birthday and a presentation of roses. The brief exchange focused on sharing family updates and noting the First Lady's personal satisfaction with the event's success.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:45 pm to 2:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to discuss positive personal news. The conversation was informal and focused on sharing a celebratory update. No specific policy decisions or administrative actions were taken during this exchange.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:48 pm to 2:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming daily schedule, focusing on coordination for meetings with John D. Ehrlichman and Herman Kahn. They discussed logistical arrangements for the President's return to the Oval Office and his planned speech regarding federal design, architecture, and the arts. The brief meeting concluded after addressing the administrative requirements for recording video and audio messages.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:51 pm and 3:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a memorandum for H. R. Haldeman regarding the administration's strategic approach to cable television. The discussion centers on developing an initiative to manage the medium while addressing potential institutional adversity. The action item requires Haldeman to initiate planning based on the President's directives for media policy.
On March 16, 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 2:51 pm and 3:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified individual, following a scheduled discussion with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The exchange appears to be a casual transition between official appointments rather than a substantive policy briefing. No significant political decisions or administrative actions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:51 pm and 3:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief meeting with H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and potentially Jeb Stuart Magruder to discuss personnel matters and media relations, specifically involving the New York Post. During the session, the President dictated a memorandum for his files regarding these discussions. The conversation centered on administrative strategy and the appointment of John V. 'Jack' Brennan as a chief aide.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:00 pm to 4:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 420-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman met to discuss a wide-ranging agenda involving personnel appointments at the Department of Health, Education and Welfare, the administration's stance on gun control legislation, and the ongoing crisis at Wounded Knee. They also deliberated on economic policy, including the challenges of Phase III price controls, and managed media relations, specifically the pressure exerted on television networks. The conversation concluded with an extensive, candid evaluation of the escalating Watergate scandal and campaign contribution controversies, where the two men debated the strategic risks of disclosure versus a containment strategy to protect the presidency.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:51 pm to 4:52 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman discussed a recent Washington Post editorial comparing the current Watergate controversy, specifically regarding John W. Dean III, to the historical case of Sherman Adams. They deliberated on the potential necessity for staff members to resign if formal criminal charges were brought against them. The two men reached a consensus that any White House staffer accused of a crime would be required to leave their position.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:52 pm and 5:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the personal tragedy surrounding Philip Timberlake and his family, specifically regarding a letter sent to the President. They address the controversy involving a potential civil rights violation claim and the broader social embarrassment such issues could cause during an inauguration. The conversation reflects Nixon’s desire to handle the delicate situation with compassion while acknowledging the gravity of the family's history, including the suicide of Timberlake’s son.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:52 pm and 5:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met to discuss routine administrative matters, including scheduling, personal gifts, and correspondence. The conversation touched upon the President’s upcoming appointments, the delivery of clothing items, and the handling of a sensitive letter from the daughter of Philip F. Timberlake regarding her marriage and family. Woods provided logistical assistance, and the two briefly deliberated on how the President should respond to personal constituent mail.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:06 pm and 5:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief meeting with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler to coordinate administrative communications. During this short exchange, Nixon provided specific instructions for Ziegler to report back to John Connally regarding ongoing matters. The conversation functioned as a quick directive to ensure alignment between the White House and key political advisors.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, John D. Ehrlichman, unknown person(s), Henry A. Kissinger, and Herman Kahn met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:10 pm to 6:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aides and consultant Herman Kahn to discuss public perception, press relations, and the administration's long-term strategy for communicating with the American public, particularly the "leader class." Nixon emphasized the need for better communication strategies, noting that the press and academia often misinterpreted his policies and favored a "joy-love" culture over the values of the silent majority. The conversation included a request for Kahn to prepare a formal research proposal for a study on the long-term prospects of mankind to provide intellectual weight for the upcoming U.S. Bicentennial, as well as an assessment of how the administration could more effectively challenge the narratives promoted by outlets like The New York Times.
On March 16, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at 6:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 881-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified participant. The encounter lasted less than a minute, ending at 6:43 pm. Due to the lack of a transcript or supporting documentation, the specific subject matter and any potential action items remain officially unrecorded.