23 conversations found
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:48 pm and 7:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. This brief administrative interaction served as the necessary logistical step to facilitate a high-level consultation between the President and his advisor. No substantive policy discussions were recorded during this connection process.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an urgent call to Charles W. Colson. During the brief interaction, the President sought to determine Colson's current location to facilitate the connection. This exchange served as a logistical coordination effort to initiate a private consultation between the two men.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 7:51 pm to 8:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss a range of foreign policy priorities and domestic political pressures following Kissinger's recent trip to Mexico. They address the timing of a Middle East settlement relative to the 1972 election, the status of negotiations with North Vietnam, and the strategic management of U.S.-Soviet relations. Additionally, they touch upon the political fallout of the ITT case and the administrative challenges of securing diplomatic appointments without inviting scrutiny over campaign contributions.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 8:05 pm to 8:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the ongoing political damage caused by the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) scandal and the resulting controversy surrounding Richard G. Kleindienst's Senate confirmation. They express frustration with the media's handling of the case and the unauthorized television appearances of White House staff, specifically Peter M. Flanigan. To mitigate political fallout during an election year, the President and Colson determine that they must force a resolution to the ITT matter and minimize the duration of the Senate hearings to prevent further damage to the administration.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Elliot L. Richardson, and Republican Congressional leaders, including Hugh Scott, Robert P. Griffin, Margaret Chase Smith, Norris Cotton, Gordon L. Allott, Peter H. Dominick, Gerald R. Ford, Leslie C. Arends, John B. Anderson, Barber B. Conable, Jr., Richard H. Poff, Robert C. ("Bob") Wilson, John J. Rhodes, H. Allen Smith, Samuel L. Devine, Robert J. Dole, George P. Shultz, Clark MacGregor, Harry S. Dent, William E. Timmons, Richard K. Cook, Thomas C. Korologos, Patrick J. Buchanan, Ronald L. Ziegler, Herbert Stein, and Noel C. Koch, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 7:30 am and 10:01 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 097-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Republican congressional leaders and cabinet officials to strategize on the administration's legislative agenda, specifically focusing on revenue sharing, welfare reform, and the Equal Educational Opportunities Act. The discussion addressed the political and procedural challenges of implementing a busing moratorium and the importance of countering Democratic criticism regarding the economy. Nixon emphasized the need for a unified party strategy to leverage economic accomplishments and maintain pressure on Democratic opponents leading into the 1972 election cycle.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:48 am and 10:19 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his Deputy Assistant Alexander P. Butterfield in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and staff management. While the specific transcript is unavailable, the meeting served as a standard briefing session to facilitate the President's daily operational workflow. No substantive policy decisions or developments were documented as a result of this brief exchange.
On March 28, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:01 am and 12:00 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 097-003 of the White House Tapes.
This recording captures brief, non-substantive interactions between members of the White House cleaning crew in the Cabinet Room. The segment consists of routine maintenance activity rather than administrative discussions or policy deliberations. Due to the nature of the audio, no historical developments or presidential actions are documented in this file.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Ronald L. Ziegler, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:19 am to 11:11 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and senior staff to discuss foreign policy developments, specifically focusing on Vietnam, Middle East peace strategies, and the logistics of upcoming summit travels to Russia, Poland, and Iran. The group deliberated on how to handle the political fallout from the ITT scandal and the associated legislative impacts, emphasizing the need for a more disciplined communication strategy. Nixon and his advisors also reviewed political maneuvering regarding the upcoming election, including the importance of tax rhetoric and the necessity of maintaining control over internal messaging.
On March 28, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, Clark MacGregor, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 5:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-036 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman, Clark MacGregor, and Charles Colson coordinated strategies to successfully terminate the Senate hearings concerning the ITT case. MacGregor outlined efforts to secure necessary votes from Republican senators and Senator James Eastland, while discussing potential concessions and scheduling hurdles. The participants also considered whether Peter Flanigan should provide a statement to the committee, weighing the political benefits against the risks of breaching executive privilege.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, King Hussein ibn Talal, Zaid al-Rifai, White House photographer, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:11 am to 12:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and King Hussein of Jordan met to discuss the volatile political and economic situation in the Middle East, specifically focusing on the Palestinian-Israeli conflict and Jordan's need for financial assistance. King Hussein detailed his proposed three-year development plan aimed at achieving economic self-sufficiency and mitigating refugee issues, while Nixon and Kissinger emphasized the importance of maintaining Jordan as a stable, independent ally. Nixon advised that any U.S. efforts to broker peace should be conducted through quiet, private diplomacy to avoid negative political blowback and obstructionism from hardline elements.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:29 pm and 12:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details for an upcoming White House appearance featuring the 1972 Poster Child for the National Association for Retarded Children, Kevin Heald. The discussion centered on the presentation of ceremonial gifts, including a football autographed by Dallas Cowboys player Calvin Hill, and the physical staging of the event within the Oval Office. Nixon provided specific instructions regarding the signing of mementos and the management of the presentation ceremony to ensure a smooth interaction with the young guest.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:29 pm and 12:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss personal matters and logistical arrangements. Given the lack of a transcript or specific agenda, the discussion likely centered on the President's daily schedule, private household affairs, or administrative tasks managed by Sanchez. No significant policy decisions or official developments were recorded during this brief encounter.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Kevin Heald, Mrs. Raymond Heald, Raymond Heald, Robert L. Hensen, Frederick C. Wieting, Calvin Hill, Jack R. Miller, John A. Scali, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:34 pm to 12:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Dallas Cowboys player Calvin Hill, Kevin Heald, and several guests for a photo opportunity and gift exchange in the Oval Office. The discussion focused on professional football, including the Cowboys' team performance and injuries to various players in the league. Additionally, the President and Hill discussed Hill's charitable work with youth drug prevention programs, with Nixon commending his efforts to help prevent addiction.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:43 pm to 12:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming meeting. The primary focus of the discussion was to arrange a session with Clark MacGregor. The interaction served as a logistical check-in to confirm the President's immediate calendar priorities.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Clark MacGregor, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, Manolo Sanchez, and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:44 pm to 2:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 695-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Clark MacGregor, H. R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson to strategize on ending the ongoing Senate Judiciary Committee hearings regarding the International Telephone and Telegraph (ITT) case and the nomination of Richard G. Kleindienst. The group expressed concern that the hearings were damaging the administration and discussed orchestrating a committee vote to terminate the proceedings, despite potential political blowback. They also deliberated on the best way for Kleindienst to manage his public image and address the nomination impasse, while acknowledging frustrations regarding poor communication and handling of the controversy by White House staff.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:10 pm and 3:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 327-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, specifically focusing on a meeting with John B. Connally. The discussion also addressed logistics for a photo session involving individuals from Florida. Bull was tasked with managing these scheduling priorities before the President reviewed further details.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:20 pm and 5:30 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-037 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephonic interaction via the White House operator to connect with his aide, Stephen B. Bull. The dialogue reflects standard administrative coordination regarding internal communication management. No substantive policy matters or major historical developments were captured in this fragment.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, John B. Connally, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), Manolo Sanchez, and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:15 pm to 5:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 327-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John Connally and H.R. Haldeman to discuss strategies for managing the national economy, specifically regarding inflation, trade deficits, and potential tax reform initiatives in response to Democratic criticism. The group also addressed the ongoing ITT controversy and the confirmation hearings for Richard Kleindienst, debating whether to force a Senate vote or have Kleindienst withdraw his nomination to preempt further political damage. The President and his advisors expressed deep concern over the lack of strong leadership within the Republican Party and discussed the necessity of adopting a more aggressive political posture to counter Democratic messaging ahead of the upcoming primaries.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 5:30 pm to 5:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 327-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his aide Stephen B. Bull regarding the scheduling and presence of the White House barbers. The brief interaction served to confirm the barbers' current availability and status at the Executive Office Building. No further policy or administrative developments resulted from this inquiry.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 5:30 pm to 5:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-038 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to inquire about the availability of his barber. The President specifically requested that Bull check the barber's schedule for the remainder of the afternoon before 6:00 pm. Bull acknowledged the request and committed to verifying the information and reporting back to the President.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 5:31 pm to 5:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 327-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly coordinated their schedules to facilitate the President's arrival at an upcoming engagement. The dialogue focused on logistics and timing, with Bull confirming he would reach the destination approximately ten minutes before the President. This exchange served as a routine administrative check to ensure the smooth transition of the President's movements for the evening.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 5:31 pm to 5:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-039 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinates with Stephen B. Bull to delay his scheduled arrival for a meeting with Barber. Nixon instructs Bull to inform Barber that he will arrive at approximately 5:45 pm, allowing Barber to utilize the intervening fifteen minutes for other appointments. This brief exchange serves to adjust the President's daily agenda and manage his immediate scheduling logistics.
On March 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:32 pm and 5:48 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 327-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to provide specific instructions regarding the organization and transport of personal items from his desk. The dialogue focused on the proper handling and relocation of a boulder and associated documents contained within a folder. This administrative interaction highlights the routine management of the President's personal office effects by his immediate staff.