32 conversations found
On April 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 8:10 pm to 8:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss strategies to discredit anti-war veterans' protests by emphasizing the presence of radical elements and the lack of authentic veteran status among participants. They review the success of congressional allies in publicizing pro-administration views, express frustration with Senator Charles Mathias, and praise the recent political alignment of Senator William Saxbe. Additionally, they discuss upcoming negative press regarding Senator Edmund Muskie and analyze the political implications of current anti-war demonstrations in Washington.
On April 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 8:23 pm to 8:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-031 of the White House Tapes.
Treasury Secretary John B. Connally updated President Nixon on his immediate public criticism of Chase National Bank for raising its prime rate from 5.25% to 5.5%. Connally informed the President that he tasked Charles E. Walker with pressuring Western banks to resist following this rate hike. President Nixon expressed full support for Connally’s strategy to discourage further increases by major financial institutions.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:15 am to 10:10 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and Alexander Butterfield to discuss a variety of domestic and foreign policy concerns, including managing public messaging and controlling high-level political interactions. The President expressed frustration with the press's coverage of Vietnam Veterans Against the War and sought to limit the political visibility of figures like Senator Mike Mansfield regarding potential diplomatic outreach to China. Additionally, the group addressed the need for more reliable spokespeople for the administration's Vietnam policy and considered leadership changes within the military and NSC to better promote the President's agenda.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Arthur S. Flemming, John B. Martin, Elliot L. Richardson, and Leonard Garment met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:12 am to 10:34 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Arthur S. Flemming, John B. Martin, Elliot L. Richardson, and Leonard Garment to discuss preparations for the upcoming White House Conference on Aging. The President emphasized his desire to foster greater intergenerational connection and respect for the elderly, suggesting that the administration's volunteer initiatives should prioritize mobilizing retired citizens while also encouraging youth to engage with and assist older populations. Participants addressed political sensitivities regarding recent administrative transfers of programs for the elderly and agreed to coordinate closely on the conference agenda to ensure it effectively reflects the administration's commitment to the quality of life for aging Americans.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:34 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to secure the contact information for John A. Mulcahy. The primary objective of the call was to locate Mulcahy, who was believed to be in Delray Beach, Florida. This brief exchange served as a logistical step to facilitate a subsequent communication between the President and Mulcahy.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:34 am and 10:35 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. This brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate a separate call, though the substance of the intended conversation remains unrecorded or non-existent in this segment. The exchange reflects routine administrative coordination necessary for presidential communications.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John A. ("Jack") Mulcahy talked on the telephone from 10:35 am to 10:38 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John A. "Jack" Mulcahy spoke briefly to exchange personal pleasantries regarding Mulcahy’s health and the upcoming wedding of Tricia Nixon Cox. The conversation shifted to political matters, with Mulcahy expressing support for the President’s handling of ongoing anti-war veteran demonstrations in Washington. Nixon reaffirmed his commitment to maintaining his current policy stance, dismissing the protesters as a small minority whose activities would eventually run their course.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John A. ("Jack") Mulcahy met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:35 am to 10:38 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John A. “Jack” Mulcahy in the Oval Office for a brief, informal discussion. The conversation remains largely restricted due to the withdrawal of personal material, leaving only a short segment available for research. No significant policy decisions or administrative actions were recorded in the accessible portion of the transcript.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), William L. Safire, Stephen B. Bull, and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:40 am to 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, William Safire, and Rose Mary Woods to address political strategy and administrative matters. They discussed potential public criticism regarding the President's use of military aircraft, the handling of political campaign funds, and the framing of his upcoming Chamber of Commerce speech concerning welfare reform and work ethics. Additionally, the President and his staff reviewed personnel decisions for government agencies, including the CIA and the Department of Justice, and Woods briefed the President on her media appearances and scheduling arrangements.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:47 am and 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate the logistics and timing of his upcoming meeting with National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. The discussion focused on managing the President's schedule and ensuring the efficient flow of high-level briefings. Bull concluded the session by departing the Oval Office to facilitate these administrative arrangements.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:56 am to 12:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to discuss personnel issues, including the reassignment of Ambassador Edward M. Korry, and to coordinate upcoming announcements regarding the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT) and a potential summit with the Soviet Union. The conversation shifted to a broad analysis of the Vietnam War, with both men expressing frustration toward the media and political critics who they believed were working to undermine the administration’s strategy of Vietnamization. Nixon and Kissinger also strategized on a forthcoming diplomatic initiative in Paris, agreeing that Kissinger should adopt a firm posture and hint at the potential use of severe measures if North Vietnam refused to negotiate in good faith.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss logistical arrangements for an upcoming public engagement involving a two-year-old deaf child. The conversation centered on the child's communication abilities and potential interactions during the meeting. The President specifically considered how to facilitate a comfortable environment for the child while managing the broader constraints of his daily schedule.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Michael Newton, Richard Newton, Mrs. Richard Newton, Mary Switzer, Edward C. Merrill, Jr., Edgar B. Porter, Bradley P. Dunn, Susan Segrest, Mary Haimbach, Karen Luzak, George T. Bell, Lee W. Huebner, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:20 pm to 12:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with representatives from the Council for Hearing and Speech, including Michael Newton, the campaign's poster child, to discuss the "Better Hearing and Speech Month" initiative. The gathering served as a public relations event to highlight the work of the council and recognize the accomplishments of hearing-impaired children. During the session, the President presented official mementos, including cufflinks and View-Masters, and pledged his administration's continued support for the organization's advocacy efforts.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Manolo Sanchez and Stephen B. Bull to review personal photographs and discuss the President's upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on the visual quality of recent pictures and the logistical timing of a requested meeting with John H. Buchanan, Jr. regarding the Alabama Medal of Honor Society. Following these brief administrative updates, both Sanchez and Bull departed the Oval Office.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John H. Buchanan, Jr., James B. Allen, Norman Pless, Elton Stevens, George Siebels, John E. Nidecker, Lee W. Huebner, and Oliver F. ("Ollie") Atkins met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:29 pm to 12:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a delegation from Alabama, including Representative John H. Buchanan, Jr. and others, to discuss a formal invitation for the President to visit Birmingham for the city's centennial and a gathering of Congressional Medal of Honor recipients. The delegation expressed strong support for the President’s national defense and Vietnam policies, while Nixon acknowledged their bipartisan cooperation on critical legislative issues. Nixon expressed interest in the visit and promised to attempt to accommodate the request within his busy schedule.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-012 of the White House Tapes.
Stephen B. Bull briefed President Nixon regarding the presence of Henry C. Cashen II's parents and his wife, Leslie, at the White House. The brief exchange served to alert the President to these visitors during the afternoon schedule. No further policy or administrative actions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry C. Cashen, II, Raymond Cashen, Mrs. Raymond Cashen, Arnold Sax, and Mrs. Arnold Sax met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:41 pm to 12:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry C. Cashen, II, his family, and associates for a brief social visit in the Oval Office. The President used the meeting to commend Henry Cashen’s job performance within the administration. The session primarily focused on casual conversation, the taking of a commemorative photograph, and the presentation of gifts, including presidential cuff links.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:42 pm and 12:52 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative logistics regarding Henry Kissinger. The discussion focused on confirming Kissinger’s current whereabouts and adjusting the President's daily schedule to accommodate a brief meeting with him. No major policy decisions were made, as the exchange was limited to managing the timing of appointments.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:52 pm to 1:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the administration's strategic position on the Vietnam War amidst mounting domestic political opposition and a perceived national malaise. They analyzed the historical parallels of leadership challenges faced by Thomas Jefferson and Woodrow Wilson while critiquing the role of the intellectual and academic communities in shaping national values. Ultimately, the two affirmed their resolve to maintain a firm policy stance and continue the fight against political adversaries despite the persistent pressure from the press and anti-war critics.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to place a phone call to an individual identified as 'Tiger Tap.' The brief exchange serves as a routine administrative request to facilitate a direct line of communication for the President. No further substantive policy matters or decisions are discussed during this short interaction.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a call to the White House operator to facilitate a communication with Senator Robert A. Taft, Jr. The brief exchange serves as a logistical step to connect the President with the Senator for a subsequent discussion. No substantive policy matters are addressed in this short administrative interaction.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 1:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to Ray Bartlett. The President specifically requested that the operator determine Bartlett's availability before facilitating the conversation. This interaction reflects the administrative process Nixon used to manage his personal and professional communications.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to facilitate two specific communications while managing his schedule. He requested that the operator reach Senator Robert A. Taft, Jr. at his current location in Hot Springs and initiated a follow-up call to Herbert R. “Chief” Rainwater, the head of the Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW). This brief exchange served as an administrative directive to coordinate these outreach efforts.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:11 pm and 1:17 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to request tea. This brief interaction served as a routine administrative or service-related exchange between the President and his staff member. No significant policy discussions or major decisions were recorded during this meeting.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:14 pm and 1:32 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-036 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to coordinate outreach to Robert A. Taft, Jr. and Herbert R. Rainwater. Upon learning that Taft was unavailable due to being on a golf course, Nixon decided not to leave a message and opted to delay the contact. The operator continued efforts to connect the President with Rainwater as part of his ongoing communication schedule.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and Chief Herbert R. Rainwater met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:17 pm to 1:51 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed political strategies in response to recent public opinion polls and negative media coverage regarding the Vietnam War, demonstrations, and the administration's policy initiatives. They analyzed the electoral impact of the administration's China initiative, explored public relations tactics for the Cabinet, and considered the timing of a future presidential press conference to regain control of the political narrative. The conversation also touched on personnel matters, including a potential ambassadorship for John A. Volpe and the administrative reorganization of the United Nations staff.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Chief Herbert R. Rainwater talked on the telephone from 1:32 pm to 1:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-037 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Veterans of Foreign Wars leader Herbert R. Rainwater discuss public perception of anti-war demonstrations, agreeing that the media is providing biased coverage and failing to grant equal time to veteran perspectives. The two men also address political tensions involving Senator Vance Hartke's stance on veterans' legislation, with Nixon encouraging Rainwater to continue applying public pressure on the Senator. Additionally, Rainwater proposes a strategic framework for prisoner-of-war exchanges and troop withdrawals intended to pressure the North Vietnamese government, which Nixon agrees to review.
President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 1:37 pm on April 23, 1971 and 6:53 pm on April 26, 1971. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-144 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone communication through the White House operator. The conversation did not progress beyond the operator's initial greeting and acknowledgment. Consequently, no specific business, requests, or administrative decisions were conducted during this interaction.
On April 23, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:51 pm and 2:52 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-020 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to address a mechanical or logistical issue involving a doorway or security entrance that was already in the process of opening. The brief, fragmented exchange suggests a focus on operational access or equipment maintenance within the President's workspace. No further substantive policy matters were recorded before the audio feed was terminated.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 2:52 pm to 3:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with H.R. Haldeman regarding political strategy, specifically focusing on government reorganization and managing public perception through media engagement and the mobilization of pro-administration veterans. The discussion shifted to foreign affairs when Henry Kissinger joined to report on recent negotiations with Soviet Ambassador Anatoliy Dobrynin concerning the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT) and plans for a summit meeting. They finalized a plan to handle the SALT negotiations through private assurances rather than immediate public disclosure, while avoiding premature commitments regarding the status of Berlin.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John D. Ehrlichman, unknown person(s), Stephen B. Bull, John A. Volpe, Manolo Sanchez, White House photographer, George W. Romney, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:36 pm to 4:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Secretary of Transportation John A. Volpe and others to discuss administrative strategies, including suburban housing integration, the status of the 'Operation Breakthrough' housing program, and federal reorganization efforts. Volpe expressed a desire for greater inclusion of Cabinet members in the decision-making process and offered suggestions for improving morale among federal civil servants through more frequent direct engagement with the President. The participants also touched on foreign policy concerns regarding Latin American politics and the potential for a visit by Volpe to Italy to gauge regional conditions.
On April 23, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:56 pm and 4:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with United States Secret Service agents to discuss logistics regarding his upcoming helicopter trip to Virginia Beach. The briefing focused on travel arrangements and scheduling requirements for the flight. The short discussion was interrupted by heavy helicopter noise, and no further significant policy decisions were recorded.