13 conversations found
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:16 am and 10:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming meeting with Ronald L. Ziegler. Nixon explicitly instructed Bull to limit the interaction to a brief photo opportunity for press photographers and reporters. The President emphasized a strict fifteen-minute timeframe and explicitly prohibited any conversational engagement during the session.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:16 am and 10:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss the drafting of a birthday telegram for former President Harry S. Truman. During the exchange, Nixon dismissively instructed Bull to discard or destroy a specific draft of the message. This brief interaction highlights the President's personal involvement in routine executive correspondence and his decisive, if curt, approach to administrative tasks.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Walter E. Washington, Jerry V. Wilson, Hugh McClellan Exton, Roland Merrill Gleszer, Charles Southward, John W. Dean, III, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:15 am to 10:32 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with D.C. Mayor Walter Washington, Chief of Police Jerry Wilson, and military/legal officials to commend their handling of the recent anti-war demonstrations in Washington, D.C. The discussion focused on the tactical success of the city’s response, the heavy costs and logistical challenges of policing mass arrests, and the administration’s firm stance against civil disobedience. Nixon affirmed his full support for their actions and emphasized that his administration would continue to prioritize law and order over the disruptions caused by protesters.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, Ronald L. Ziegler, John D. Ehrlichman, White House operator, and John N. Mitchell met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:33 am to 1:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other staff members to discuss public relations strategies, specifically focusing on how to capitalize on recent public approval of the administration's firm handling of anti-war protests in Washington, D.C. They reviewed internal polling data showing strong support for the police and authorized the administration to project a tough 'law and order' stance. Furthermore, they coordinated plans to move forward with revenue sharing legislation and addressed the need for better communication strategies regarding foreign policy and upcoming agricultural events.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:45 am and 11:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-124 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Attorney General John N. Mitchell. The brief exchange served as a logistical step to initiate this official communication. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this specific portion of the call.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John N. Mitchell talked on the telephone from 11:49 am to 11:51 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-125 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Attorney General John N. Mitchell discuss the coordination of political outreach involving Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley and philanthropist W. Clement Stone. The conversation focuses on the Supersonic Transport (SST) program as a primary subject for these interactions. The pair coordinates these efforts to manage Daley’s upcoming visit with the President.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:12 pm and 1:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and an unidentified associate reviewed the polling data to assess the impact of his recent press conference on public approval ratings. They analyzed shifting percentages and confirmed that while the raw numbers fluctuated, the overall margin remained stable at a 19-point spread. The exchange functioned as a brief evaluation of the administration's current standing with the American public.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:35 pm and 1:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to review routine administrative paperwork and discuss recent public opinion polling regarding the Vietnam War. They analyzed shifts in approval ratings and the significance of undecided voters in the context of recent war demonstrations. The discussion concluded with a brief review of documents requiring the President’s signature.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:50 pm and 1:55 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to address administrative or logistical matters. The brief interaction included a seven-second segment of personal conversation that was subsequently withdrawn from public record. No major policy developments occurred during this short meeting, which concluded in under five minutes.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:55 pm and 2:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a memorandum to H. R. Haldeman regarding the administration's public image and the necessity of projecting stronger, more decisive leadership. Nixon expresses frustration with how the press portrays his administration, specifically regarding demonstrations and his handling of domestic policy, and instructs Haldeman to coordinate with staff like John Scali to counter narratives of indecisiveness. The President emphasizes the need for public figures like Spiro Agnew and John Mitchell to take a more aggressive stance to solidify support for the administration's position against disruptive demonstrators.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:55 pm and 2:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 494-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield discussed the administration's political image and the public's perception of his leadership style. Nixon emphasized the necessity of projecting strength and decisiveness to counter narratives of weakness, particularly in relation to domestic policy and law and order. The conversation underscored Nixon's ongoing preoccupation with public opinion polls and the challenge of navigating political optics amidst critical media coverage.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:40 pm and 6:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-126 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request a telephone connection with Special Counsel Charles W. Colson. This brief interaction served solely as an administrative bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and a key advisor. No further substantive discussion or policy decisions were recorded during this brief operator exchange.
On May 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 6:50 pm to 7:05 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-127 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles W. Colson discussed several political and media-related matters, including the ongoing controversy involving Al Capp and potential legal actions against him. The conversation also touched upon the administration's strategic efforts to secure political support from farm organizations and addressed internal reactions to political demonstrations. Additionally, the participants reviewed recent communications between Colson and other key figures, such as H.R. Haldeman and Dan Rather, to coordinate the administration's response to these evolving developments.