31 conversations found
On March 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 7:36 pm to 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-122 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to reorganize his upcoming schedule to better accommodate time-consuming meetings with Romanian official Manea Manescu. Nixon emphasized that translation requirements necessitate doubling the time allotted for foreign dignitaries, prompting the rescheduling of meetings with Gerard C. Smith and Raymond P. Shafer. These adjustments were intended to prevent scheduling bottlenecks and ensure sufficient time for high-level discussions.
On March 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 7:59 pm to 8:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-123 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with John B. Connally to confirm his ally's support for a hardline stance against drug permissiveness. Nixon expressed strong opposition to policies involving the legalization or distribution of heroin and marijuana. Connally affirmed his agreement with the President’s position, reinforcing Nixon's intent to promote these views in an upcoming public address.
President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 8:00 pm on March 20, 1972 and 1:03 pm on March 21, 1972. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-134 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon initiated a telephone call through the White House operator, but the communication attempt proved unsuccessful. The recording consists solely of the administrative effort to establish a connection before the call was terminated. No substantive policy matters or further developments occurred during this brief interaction.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to address a minor domestic matter concerning White House living quarters. The primary focus of the discussion was a malfunctioning electric blanket. No policy decisions or significant political developments resulted from this brief exchange.
On March 21, 1972, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-003 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics and security arrangements for his upcoming schedule. The discussion primarily focused on confirming the President's availability and commitments for the following Thursday. The meeting concluded with the agents departing to finalize the operational details.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the details of the President's upcoming daily schedule, focusing on logistics for a meeting with Turkish Prime Minister Nihat Erim and an appointment with George P. Shultz in the Cabinet Room. The discussion included administrative preparations such as conducting name checks and confirming proper name pronunciations for scheduled visitors. Bull also coordinated with the President regarding the involvement of Alexander M. Haig, Jr. in the day's itinerary.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discuss the proper nomenclature and usage of names concerning a contact, likely Turkish Prime Minister Nihat Erim. The conversation centers on verifying whether two names refer to the same individual or are distinct entities. Nixon tasks Bull with consulting Alexander Haig’s office to clarify the correct identification to avoid further confusion.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his daily schedule and prioritize upcoming appointments. The discussion focused on organizing a meeting with George P. Shultz regarding the administration's price stabilization program, as well as scheduling time with Nihat Erim. The primary objective was ensuring these economic and diplomatic engagements were properly integrated into the President's immediate agenda.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 10:07 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming daily schedule and administrative appointments. The discussion focused on coordinating potential meetings with George P. Shultz, John B. Connally, and Turkish Prime Minister Nihat Erim, with H.R. Haldeman’s input required for timing. This interaction served to manage the President’s logistical workflow and prioritize key official engagements.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:07 am to 10:34 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with George Shultz and later H. R. Haldeman to coordinate strategy regarding the labor members of the Pay Board, who were threatening to resign. Nixon instructed Shultz to contact labor leaders to urge them to remain on the board while signaling that the administration would continue to enforce wage and price controls, including a new exemption for small businesses. The participants also discussed foreign policy, specifically evaluating the potential political benefits of adding a visit to Poland to the upcoming Soviet summit itinerary and planning Marshall Green's post-China trip media appearances.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Nihat Erim, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., White House photographer, Celal Akbay, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:00 am to 12:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Turkish Prime Minister Nihat Erim to discuss Turkey's critical role as a Western ally and a "firewall" against communist expansion in the Middle East. The leaders addressed internal security threats in Turkey, specifically the rise of anarchist and terrorist movements, while Erim emphasized the need for economic stability and modernized military equipment to counter Soviet-backed propaganda. Nixon pledged to maintain support for Turkey's parliamentary democracy, promising U.S. assistance through international lending institutions like the World Bank and affirming his commitment to the U.S.-Turkey military alliance despite evolving global diplomatic priorities.
On March 21, 1972, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:36 pm and 12:38 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-014 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's movements and security logistics. The brief exchange centers on tracking Richard Nixon's current location as he prepared to return to the office. No significant policy decisions were made during this short security check.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:38 pm and 12:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate logistics for an upcoming bill signing ceremony. The discussion focused on the event schedule for the Special Action Office for Drug Addiction Prevention, which was slated to take place in the East Room. The brief meeting concluded with the two departing the Oval Office to proceed with these administrative arrangements.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:38 pm and 12:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discuss the geopolitical challenge of maintaining diplomatic dialogues with the Soviet Union and China while those nations simultaneously undermine U.S. interests in Turkey, Iran, and Afghanistan. Nixon expresses significant skepticism regarding the sincerity of these adversaries, warning that their subversion efforts contradict ongoing diplomatic engagements. The two emphasize the need for greater caution and strategic awareness to prevent these powers from exploiting U.S. foreign policy discussions.
On March 21, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:43 pm and 1:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-015 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents and unidentified individuals met briefly in the Oval Office to coordinate security logistics or personnel movements. The conversation lasted only 17 seconds and involved administrative or protective detail business. Due to the sensitive nature of the security protocols discussed, the recording content remains restricted under federal statute.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:00 pm and 1:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-124 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The primary purpose of this communication was to connect with George P. Shultz, then serving as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. No further details regarding the substance of the subsequent conversation were recorded.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, White House operator, George P. Shultz, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:00 pm to 2:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman, George Shultz, and Ronald Ziegler to coordinate administration messaging, particularly regarding the war on drugs and economic policy. They discussed the tactical advantages of conducting a televised "fireside chat" on drugs rather than a press conference, which Nixon feared would focus on negative or unrelated topics. Additionally, they reviewed various personnel matters and appointments, including strategies for handling potential ambassadors and managing interactions with business leaders to bolster the administration's public image.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:00 pm and 1:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-125 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of George P. Shultz. The inquiry was specifically linked to the location or status of labor leader George Meany. No substantive policy decisions were reached during this brief administrative check.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and George P. Shultz talked on the telephone from 1:03 pm to 1:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-126 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and George Shultz discuss Shultz's recent meeting with labor leader George Meany regarding Meany's potential resignation from the Pay Board amid tensions over wage and price controls. The conversation centers on Administration frustration with Federal Reserve Chairman Arthur Burns regarding rising interest rates, which Nixon views as contradictory to their economic stabilization program. Nixon and Shultz conclude that while they must manage these political optics carefully to avoid appearing as the sole champions of government regulation, they remain prepared to confront both Burns and labor leadership if necessary to maintain control over the economy.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:09 pm and 11:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-127 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to initiate communication between the President and a key advisor. No substantive policy matters or further action items were discussed during this initial connection.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:15 pm and 3:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and presidential scheduling. During this session, Bull conveyed an unspecified message to the President regarding the conduct of his daily affairs. The interaction concluded with Bull departing the office, leaving the President to resume his official duties.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:15 pm and 3:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 690-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an undocumented meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual to discuss matters pertaining to the President's daily schedule. Due to the lack of available transcript data, the specific substance of the exchange remains unknown. The meeting concluded when the participant departed the office shortly before 3:03 pm.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the General Advisory Committee on Arms Control and Disarmament, John J. McCloy, William C. Foster, Kermit Gordon, James L. Killiam, Gen. Lauris Norstad, Jack Ruina, William W. Scranton, John A. Wheeler, Helmut ("Hal") Sonnenfeldt, Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Cabinet Room of the White House from 3:03 pm to 4:06 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 096-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with the General Advisory Committee on Arms Control and Disarmament to deliberate on the ongoing negotiations with the Soviet Union regarding strategic arms limitations. The discussion focused on the complexities of ABM systems, the technical challenges of verification, and the political implications of potential agreements for domestic support and international relations. Participants also analyzed the strategic balance between the U.S. and the USSR, weighing the risks and opportunities of reaching a formal accord.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:07 pm to 4:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinated the logistics for a forthcoming meeting with the White House News Photographers Association. The discussion focused on scheduling, the sequence of photo opportunities, and how to handle potential inquiries regarding the President’s dinner attendance. Nixon instructed Ziegler to provide non-committal responses to any questions about his interactions with the attendees.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:08 pm to 4:09 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming event with the White House News Photographers Association (WHNPA). The discussion focused on preparations for the meeting, which was scheduled to take place in the Cabinet Room. The encounter served as a final administrative check to ensure the President's schedule proceeded as planned.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House News Photographers' Association, George Thomas, Joe Scherschel, Gordon Gahan, Francis Routt, Fred Maroon, Bruce Dale, Jim Blair, Frank E. Cancellare, James McNamara, Charles Fekete, Bob Boyer, Ron Van Norstand, James Norling, the White House photographer, and members of the press met in the Cabinet Room of the White House from 4:09 pm to 4:20 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 096-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with members of the White House News Photographers' Association in the Cabinet Room to discuss their annual photo contest and professional activities. The participants engaged in general conversation regarding the recognition of winning photographers, coverage of the President's recent travels, and National Geographic features. The session concluded with the group posing for a commemorative photograph.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Maneo Manescu, Corneliu Bogdan, Herbert Stein, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Charles W. Schaller, Mircea Mitran, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:12 pm to 4:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a Romanian delegation, led by Manea Manescu, to discuss the ongoing development of U.S.-Romanian political, economic, and cultural relations. The participants reviewed the impact of Nixon’s recent diplomatic initiatives in China and the Soviet Union, with Manescu expressing Romania's support for principles of national sovereignty and non-interference. Nixon reaffirmed his commitment to strengthening ties with Romania, promising to prioritize the country's economic interests, including the pursuit of Most Favored Nation (MFN) trade status.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:57 pm to 5:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss administrative discipline regarding the length and quality of briefing materials provided for the President’s meetings, reflecting on his recent engagement with the Turkish delegation. The conversation shifts to potential foreign travel, specifically weighing the diplomatic implications of a stopover in Turkey versus a proposed trip to Poland. Additionally, Nixon explores the logistics of a nationwide publicity tour for the arrival of pandas at the Washington Zoo and reviews recent public commentary and political messaging regarding busing.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Gerard C. Smith, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:10 pm to 5:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Gerard Smith and Alexander Haig to discuss the strategic approach and political risks regarding the upcoming Soviet summit and potential arms control agreements. The President emphasized that while an agreement is desirable, it must be robust enough to withstand political attacks from the right wing, which he viewed as a greater threat than critics on the left. The participants assessed the implications of including submarine-launched ballistic missiles (SLBMs) in the deal and discussed tactics for managing congressional reactions and maintaining bargaining power ahead of the Moscow summit.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:47 pm to 5:48 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office. The interaction focused on the delivery of tea, serving as a routine service encounter within the President's daily schedule. No policy discussions or significant administrative decisions occurred during this brief engagement.
On March 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Raymond P. Shafer, John D. Ehrlichman, Egil ("Bud") Krogh, Jr., unknown person(s), White House photographer, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:48 pm to 7:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 691-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Raymond Shafer, John Ehrlichman, and Egil Krogh to discuss the forthcoming release of the President's Commission on Marijuana and Drug Abuse report. The group strategized on how to frame the findings, with the President emphasizing his opposition to marijuana legalization while acknowledging the commission's recommendation to decriminalize private possession. Additionally, they reviewed political campaign dynamics, the President's position on school busing, and a sensitive plan to involve J. Edgar Hoover in authenticating an ITT-related document to neutralize media scrutiny.