31 conversations found
On April 27, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone from 8:16 pm to 8:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-052 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss the delicate diplomatic opening with the People's Republic of China, specifically debating the merits of sending a high-profile, non-government emissary like Nelson Rockefeller to lead negotiations. They analyze the impact of their broader 'linkage' strategy, which has successfully connected issues like Berlin, SALT, and Vietnam into a cohesive diplomatic framework. To manage public and political expectations, they agree to hold official inquiries in abeyance while maintaining an enigmatic public posture until a more formal, constructive response to the Chinese can be prepared.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:28 am and 11:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 489-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and Henry Kissinger to strategize on domestic political messaging, cabinet management, and sensitive foreign policy initiatives. The discussion focused on preparing for an upcoming press conference, the need for more aggressive public relations regarding the Administration's programs, and organizational changes within the Cabinet. Additionally, Kissinger provided a detailed briefing on the status of secret diplomatic communications with the People’s Republic of China mediated through Pakistan.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:34 am and 11:37 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate administrative strategy regarding the President’s upcoming press conference and ongoing foreign policy initiatives, specifically China and the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT). Kissinger provided intelligence on Chinese communications regarding Taiwan and discussed the potential for a breakthrough in SALT negotiations with the Soviet Union. Nixon expressed a desire to project a firmer, more controlled image, vowing to confront his critics and political opponents more aggressively while maintaining strict secrecy around these diplomatic efforts.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon talked on the telephone from 11:03 am to 11:06 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-053 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with H. R. Haldeman and First Lady Pat Nixon regarding the viability of a scheduled congressional wives luncheon amidst planned anti-war protests expected to disrupt Washington traffic. The President resolved to proceed with the event to avoid appearing intimidated by demonstrators, emphasizing a policy of conducting business as usual. To ensure the luncheon occurred as planned, Nixon directed that White House staff coordinate with Rex Scouten to billet necessary service personnel overnight, ensuring they would be available despite potential road closures.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:37 am and 11:42 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to finalize scheduling logistics for an upcoming meeting and an associated press photograph. They coordinated the timing of these events to ensure they concluded within a strict ten-minute window. Bull confirmed the operational plan to manage the President's schedule effectively for the afternoon.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Melvin R. Laird, James E. Johnson, James D. ("Don") Hughes, John H. Chafee, Frederic V. Malek, Ronald L. Ziegler, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:42 am to 11:59 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Melvin Laird, James Johnson, and other officials to discuss personnel appointments, specifically the nomination of James Johnson and the broader administration policy regarding minority representation in the military. The group reviewed the qualifications of black officers, including Admiral Samuel Gravely and General Daniel 'Chappie' James, while emphasizing that selection criteria were based on merit rather than race. The discussion also covered the President's recent speech on welfare reform and strategic scheduling for upcoming appearances by Navy officials.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:59 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull briefly met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, specifically regarding a meeting with West German politician Gerhardt Schroeder. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements for this diplomatic encounter. The interaction concluded quickly, with no substantive policy decisions recorded beyond the initial scheduling update.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Howell Conant met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:00 pm to 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, press secretary Ronald Ziegler, and photographer Howell Conant to coordinate a photoshoot for an upcoming magazine feature. Much of the discussion focused on the technical logistics of the session, including lighting, poses, and the selection of office locations to ensure high-quality, controlled imagery. Amidst these arrangements, the group engaged in casual conversation regarding White House personnel, the President's schedule, and the appointment of James E. Johnson to a high-ranking position within the Navy.
On April 28, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:16 pm and 12:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-008 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents entered the Oval Office for a brief meeting with the President. The discussion was limited to routine environmental concerns, specifically the current weather conditions, before the agents departed. No policy decisions or substantive administrative actions were recorded during this brief interaction.
On April 28, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:16 pm and 12:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-006 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office to verify the status of a specific individual referred to as 'Angel' and coordinate on his current location. The agents discussed whether this individual had successfully retrieved certain items, ultimately concluding he likely had not. This brief operational check appears to focus on internal security or logistical oversight regarding presidential security details.
On April 28, 1971, Alexander P. Butterfield and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:16 pm and 12:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-007 of the White House Tapes.
Alexander P. Butterfield met with an unidentified individual to facilitate a logistical or administrative task involving the President. The brief discussion centered on the placement of the President for a photography session involving Tricia Nixon. No major policy developments occurred during this interaction, which functioned primarily as a coordination check for White House imagery.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, Ann Coffin, and Howell Conant met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:37 pm to 12:39 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Tricia Nixon, along with Ann Coffin and photographer Howell Conant, to exchange gifts and discuss logistics for upcoming wedding photography. The group engaged in casual conversation regarding urban life in major American cities and the President's upcoming travel schedule. The discussion primarily served as a social prelude to planning portrait sessions for Tricia’s wedding, weighing the aesthetic and practical benefits of settings in California versus the White House.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Gerhardt Schroeder, Henry A. Kissinger, Helmut ("Hal") Sonnenfeldt, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:39 pm to 1:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with West German politician Gerhardt Schroeder, Henry Kissinger, and Helmut Sonnenfeldt to discuss international security and the shifting global balance of power. The participants engaged in a wide-ranging dialogue regarding the ongoing Berlin negotiations, East-West relations, the importance of British entry into the European Economic Community, and the potential impact of Chinese diplomacy on the Vietnam War. Nixon emphasized the necessity of a multipolar world order where strong, independent power centers—including a unified Europe, Japan, and the United States—serve to maintain global stability.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:07 pm to 1:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Ronald Ziegler to discuss a wide range of administrative, public relations, and personnel matters, including media strategy for upcoming events. The group evaluated potential photographers for official portraits, planned the logistics for Tricia Nixon's televised tour, and discussed the President’s approach to an upcoming press conference. Additionally, Nixon addressed staffing changes, the handling of anti-war protests, and the political branding of government initiatives like the national cancer program.
On April 28, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:56 pm and 2:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-012 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to coordinate security logistics and communication protocols during a period when President Nixon was relocated to the Cabinet Room. The brief exchange was interrupted by technical issues, resulting in an immediate termination of the recording. No substantive policy discussions occurred, as the dialogue was limited to operational adjustments regarding the President's immediate location.
United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 2:07 pm on April 28, 1971 and 9:04 am on May 5, 1971. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-013 of the White House Tapes.
United States Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics regarding the President's movements and access protocols. The brief exchange reflects a debate among the security detail concerning the authorization and advisability of allowing entry into a specific, restricted area. No major policy shifts or executive decisions were recorded during this fragmentary discussion.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:53 pm to 3:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his Deputy Assistant Alexander P. Butterfield to discuss a pending wilderness statement and related legislative correspondence. The brief exchange centered on the President's approval of the proposed wilderness area designations and a decision regarding potential communication with Senator Jacob K. Javits. Nixon ultimately instructed Butterfield to remove specific language from the documents, finalizing the administration's administrative approach to the matter.
On April 28, 1971, 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 3:57 pm and 4:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon interacts with the White House operator in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate telephonic communication. This brief engagement serves as a routine administrative coordination to place a call. No substantive policy matters or political strategy were captured in this exchange.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:57 pm and 4:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an informal meeting with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction, which included a short segment of withdrawn material, served as a private exchange between the President and his longtime staff member. No policy matters or official business were recorded in this brief encounter.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:57 pm and 4:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-066 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief exchange with the White House operator after confusion regarding an incoming telephone call to his line. The operator clarifies that the console had not actually signaled the President's phone, revealing a technical misunderstanding regarding the connectivity of the line. No further policy or administrative actions were taken during this short administrative interaction.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:57 pm and 4:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-067 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to the White House operator to request a connection to Charles W. Colson. This communication serves as an administrative bridge to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and his Special Counsel. No policy matters or substantive political topics are discussed during this brief exchange.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:33 pm to 4:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to discuss media strategy and public relations efforts in the face of ongoing political criticism. The conversation touched upon the necessity of maintaining a firm public stance and managing information provided to major news outlets like CBS. Nixon emphasized the importance of utilizing presidential authority to influence public perception and underscored the need for continued, persistent communication to counteract opposing political narratives.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 4:33 pm to 4:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-068 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed strategies for countering negative media coverage and handling anti-war demonstrations, particularly in light of recent testimony before the Senate Foreign Relations Committee. They reviewed tactics for exerting pressure on news networks, including utilizing antitrust concerns and leveraging internal allies like John Scali to influence reporting. Additionally, the President expressed satisfaction with the political resolve of Republican senators against demonstrators and emphasized the importance of maintaining a firm public stance on the Vietnam War and the economy.
On April 28, 1971, 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 4:47 pm and 4:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unknown individual regarding the final details of his upcoming schedule. The brief discussion focused on reviewing essential matters before the President proceeded with his itinerary. No definitive policy decisions were reached during this short administrative exchange.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:49 pm to 4:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman meet briefly to coordinate strategy regarding an upcoming report on crime. The discussion focuses on the administration's public stance, with Nixon expressing concern that the report’s recommendations may be inflationary. They briefly deliberate on whether the administration should distance itself from the document to avoid political repercussions.
On April 28, 1971, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone from 4:49 pm to 4:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-069 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinate upcoming scheduling and policy preparations, including a discussion on whether to formulate an official administration position regarding a proposed $2 minimum wage. Nixon expresses clear opposition to the increase, suggesting he would prefer to avoid a definitive stance if possible. Additionally, the pair discusses recent confrontational testimony by Republican senators Hugh Scott and George Aiken against anti-war protest organizers, noting the favorable media coverage this generated.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:51 pm to 6:08 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and H. R. Haldeman met to strategize the opening of diplomatic relations with the People's Republic of China (PRC), focusing on the logistics of a secret emissary mission to arrange a potential presidential summit. They debated the merits of using public versus private envoys, ultimately favoring a clandestine approach to maintain leverage and control over sensitive issues like Taiwan and the Vietnam War. The President emphasized his desire to manage these negotiations personally through Kissinger to ensure the initiative remained under strict White House control rather than through the State Department.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:33 pm to 7:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-055 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the management of diplomatic communications regarding the People's Republic of China and Vietnam, specifically emphasizing the need to avoid sensitive written cables to Secretary of State William Rogers. The President plans to address these foreign policy matters and potential diplomatic initiatives during an upcoming press conference rather than disclosing them prematurely to subordinates or the media. Additionally, the pair briefly reviews current domestic news, including developments in a Capitol bombing case and ongoing narcotics-related media reports.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:45 pm and 7:48 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-056 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request to be connected with his Chief of Staff, H. R. Haldeman. This administrative interaction serves as a procedural step to facilitate an urgent discussion between the President and his top aide. No substantive policy matters are addressed during this brief connection attempt.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:48 pm to 7:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-057 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed potential personnel adjustments involving Robert F. Ellsworth and General George A. Lincoln. The President proposed a job exchange between the two men, seeking Haldeman's assessment of the viability of such a move. Haldeman was instructed to further evaluate the logistics and feasibility of this administrative reassignment.
On April 28, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:52 pm to 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-058 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with H. R. Haldeman regarding a potential cabinet-level job offer for Robert F. Ellsworth. The discussion confirmed that Ellsworth had been approached about the position and had expressed a willingness to accept it. This exchange served as a brief verification of Ellsworth's receptiveness to joining the administration in a high-level capacity.