38 conversations found
On June 22, 1972, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 3:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-001 of the White House Tapes.
A group of United States Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to discuss internal security and protective operations. The discussion was terminated prematurely, and no substantial transcript or evidence of specific policy decisions exists due to the unintelligible nature of the recording. Consequently, the meeting remains a brief, fragmented entry in the archival record regarding presidential security protocols.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 9:20 am and 9:40 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate their upcoming schedule and priorities. The discussion centered on managing the President's immediate agenda, specifically regarding which matters or entities required their primary attention. The conversation served as a brief administrative touchpoint to organize the workflow for the day.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:40 am and 9:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-115 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a telephone call to Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler via the White House operator. The conversation was intended to connect the President with Ziegler to discuss official press matters. The connection was ultimately delayed, and no substantial policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, Ronald L. Ziegler, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Charles W. Colson, and Gordon C. Strachan met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:40 am to 11:25 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss various political strategies, focusing heavily on managing the public response to the Watergate break-in and minimizing perceived White House involvement. They coordinated efforts to frame the incident as a "comic" amateur operation while deflecting scrutiny toward Jack Anderson and the Democrats. Additionally, the President reviewed his schedule, addressed policy initiatives regarding school aid and Social Security, and evaluated the performance of key staff members like Ronald Ziegler.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:40 am and 9:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-114 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent connection with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to initiate further communication between the President and his senior staff. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this connection attempt.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 9:45 am to 9:50 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-116 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler consulted regarding the administration's messaging strategy for an upcoming press conference. They discussed the specific timing and wording of the President's remarks, while also briefly touching upon the involvement of Charles W. Colson. The pair focused on refining public communication tactics to manage the anticipated media cycle.
On June 22, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:21 am and 11:10 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-117 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman and Charles Colson consulted regarding the delivery of a letter from Caspar Weinberger. They also coordinated strategy concerning the President's upcoming press conference, specifically focusing on the administration's policy toward low and moderate income housing. The discussion served to align talking points and briefing materials for the President's public appearance.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:29 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-118 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Charles W. Colson. This request initiated communication with one of the President's key special counsels. The interaction served as a brief administrative step to facilitate a direct discussion between Nixon and Colson.
On June 22, 1972, 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 11:25 am and 11:29 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The brief interaction focused on technical assistance for establishing a connection with another party. No substantive policy matters or major decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 11:29 am to 11:39 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-119 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson consulted regarding strategy for an upcoming press conference, specifically focusing on how to address potential inquiries about Congressman Wilbur D. Mills. The discussion centered on managing the political optics surrounding Vietnam policy, particularly regarding troop withdrawal, as well as the administration's position on pending tax reform legislation. The participants aimed to formulate a cohesive public stance to effectively counter legislative opposition.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:29 am to 11:39 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to discuss strategic responses to the ongoing fallout from the Watergate break-in. They assessed the political implications of the scandal and considered potential methods to mitigate damage to the administration's public image. The discussion focused on coordinating efforts to control the narrative and manage the intensifying scrutiny surrounding the event.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Lawrence M. Higby met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:39 am and 12:14 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with aide Lawrence M. Higby to coordinate administrative tasks and discuss his upcoming schedule. The conversation touched upon the logistics of a Saturday morning in-office press conference and the potential involvement of John B. Connally. Additionally, the President ruminated on media perceptions of his campaign, emphasizing a desire to project a strong and vigorous public image.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:39 am and 12:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-120 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to Constance M. Stuart. This interaction served solely as a functional request to connect the President with his staff member. No further substantive policy or administrative details were recorded during this brief communication.
On June 22, 1972, 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 11:39 am and 12:14 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, non-substantive interaction with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection. No policy discussions, political deliberations, or significant administrative decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange. The interaction served solely as a functional step in managing the President's telecommunications.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Constance M. Stuart talked on the telephone from 12:14 pm to 12:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-121 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon spoke with Constance M. Stuart to express his personal gratitude for an anniversary card and a gift purchased by her staff. The brief conversation served as a gesture of appreciation for the thoughtfulness and efforts of Stuart’s team. No major policy decisions were made during this exchange.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Constance M. Stuart met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:14 pm to 12:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Constance M. Stuart held a brief meeting to address administrative or logistical concerns. During the exchange, Nixon expressed skepticism regarding the feasibility of an undisclosed proposal or task, stating twice that he did not see how it could be accomplished. The conversation concluded without a clear resolution or alternative plan being proposed.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:15 pm and 12:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-122 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Press Secretary, Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief exchange served as a routine administrative request to initiate official communication between the President and his primary spokesperson. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief connection process.
On June 22, 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 12:15 pm and 12:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss personal administrative matters and logistical arrangements. The conversation includes instructions regarding staff scheduling and a request for Sanchez to coordinate dental care for the President. The brief exchange reflects the routine daily interactions between Nixon and his personal aide.
On June 22, 1972, 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 12:15 pm and 12:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, routine interaction with the White House operator to facilitate telephonic communications. This engagement served the administrative purpose of connecting the President to external parties through the White House switchboard. No substantive policy discussions or major developments were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 12:56 pm to 1:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-123 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler consulted to coordinate strategy for an upcoming press conference. They focused on refining the administration's responses to anticipated questions regarding General John Lavelle, foreign policy, and the anti-ballistic missile (ABM) system. Additionally, they reviewed coordination with Defense Secretary Melvin Laird concerning arms control negotiations and the impact of the pending defense budget vote.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:56 pm to 1:08 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discuss media messaging strategies regarding controversial administration issues, specifically the General John D. Lavelle case and defense policy. Nixon instructs Ziegler to distance the White House from the details of the Lavelle court-martial by deferring to the Department of Defense's position. Furthermore, the President outlines a rhetorical strategy for arms control, emphasizing that ongoing U.S. defense programs were essential to securing agreements with the Soviet Union and should be framed as a necessary precursor to future disarmament progress.
On June 22, 1972, 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 1:08 pm and 1:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon discusses the political strategy for securing defense funding from senators who support arms control measures. He emphasizes framing the legislative argument around the necessity of maintaining a strong defense posture to ensure the success of long-term arms limitation agreements. Nixon instructs his interlocutor to emphasize that failing to support these defense programs would undermine the progress made toward permanent offensive weapon limitations.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:35 pm to 1:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler met to strategize on how to address questions regarding the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT) and the necessity of upgrading U.S. offensive weapons during an upcoming press conference. They discussed the importance of framing the push for offensive systems as a national security requirement rather than linking them explicitly to the SALT negotiations. Nixon instructed Ziegler to maintain this distinction, emphasizing that the administration should advocate for defense upgrades based on national need while remaining confident in congressional support for national security initiatives.
On June 22, 1972, 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 1:45 pm and 2:58 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to coordinate preparations for an upcoming press conference. The discussion focused on drafting a paper regarding the Strategic Arms Limitation Treaty (SALT). Alexander M. Haig, Jr. was identified as a key participant involved in the development of these materials.
On June 22, 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 1:45 pm and 2:58 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 344-026 of the White House Tapes.
Manolo Sanchez delivers a sensitive document regarding SALT (Strategic Arms Limitation Talks) to President Nixon on behalf of Alexander Haig. Sanchez stresses the urgency of the communication, noting Haig's recommendation that the President review the materials before a 3:00 p.m. deadline. This exchange highlights the immediate administrative priorities surrounding nuclear arms negotiations during this period.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Bonnie Angelo, Frank Cormier, and Sarah McLendon met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:02 pm to 3:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with journalists Bonnie Angelo, Frank Cormier, and Sarah McLendon for an informal press conference. The discussion spanned a wide range of casual topics, including Nixon's wedding anniversary, the film "The Cardinal," and his daughter Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The group also engaged in a lighthearted conversation regarding baseball history and the legacies of prominent players like Babe Ruth and Jackie Robinson.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:44 pm to 4:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Ronald Ziegler to evaluate the performance and news coverage of his recent press conference. The discussion focused on the administration's responses to sensitive topics including the Watergate break-in, campaign contributions, and the SALT negotiations. The participants also reviewed upcoming scheduling matters, including meetings with congressional leaders and Cardinal Krol, while assessing the public impact of various policy positions on issues like busing and tax reform.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, John Cardinal Krol, John Gurash, Charles W. Colson, Henry C. Cashen, II, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:06 pm to 4:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John Cardinal Krol, John Gurash, and White House aides to discuss mobilizing support for government aid to private religious schools. The participants strategized on generating backing from various religious groups, distributing reports to key business and political leaders, and navigating the legislative and judicial challenges surrounding education funding. They further analyzed the political importance of key states such as New York, Pennsylvania, and Ohio, ultimately emphasizing the need for broad public relations efforts and candidate commitments to advance their policy goals.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-125 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. This brief exchange served exclusively as a procedural request to initiate a private communication. No other substantive policy or political matters were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 4:35 pm to 4:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-126 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, engaged in a brief telephone conversation to coordinate her upcoming travel schedule. The discussion centered on logistics for her trip to California, specifically regarding ticket distribution for an appearance on the Merv Griffin Show in Los Angeles. They also touched upon her broader travel plans, including an upcoming visit to Texas.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 4:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This brief interaction served as a logistical bridge to connect the President with another party. No substantive policy discussions or major decisions occurred during this brief exchange.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-124 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley. This request was a brief administrative interaction to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Mayor. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at 4:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate a return phone call to Tricia Nixon Cox. Butterfield facilitated the logistics of this communication before immediately departing the Oval Office. No other substantive policy or political matters were recorded during this brief encounter.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Tricia Nixon Cox, Stephen B. Bull, White House operator, Ronald L. Ziegler, Charles W. Colson, Richard J. Daley, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:35 pm to 5:20 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 740-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and various staff members to discuss media relations, scheduling, and public policy issues, including television appearances by the Nixon family. The participants reviewed strategies for upcoming press conferences and addressed concerns regarding beef price controls and meat quotas. Additionally, the President engaged in outreach, including a phone call with Richard J. Daley to discuss Vietnam, while staff members facilitated administrative tasks regarding personnel and correspondence.
On June 22, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, President Richard M. Nixon, and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:02 pm and 5:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-127 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates a communication chain involving President Nixon and Charles Colson to discuss matters concerning the Democratic Party. The discussion serves to facilitate a briefing or strategic session between the President and Colson regarding political opposition. The primary objective is the scheduling and execution of a face-to-face meeting in the Oval Office.
On June 22, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Richard J. Daley talked on the telephone from 5:05 pm to 5:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-128 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated this call to personally thank Chicago Mayor Richard J. Daley for his public support of the administration's Vietnam War policies during the U.S. Conference of Mayors. Daley reaffirmed his commitment to backing the President's efforts, emphasizing that he prioritized national interests over partisan considerations. Nixon praised Daley's stance, noting the positive television coverage the Mayor's statement received and expressing confidence in the ultimate success of his Vietnam strategy.
Unknown person(s) talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 5:07 pm on June 22, 1972 and 9:41 am on June 23, 1972. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-129 of the White House Tapes.
This recording consists of a brief, largely unintelligible exchange between unidentified participants, concluding with a simple valediction. Despite the substantial duration indicated, the audio content remains mostly blank or indecipherable, offering no discernible information regarding White House policy, administration activities, or substantive decision-making. Consequently, the segment serves as a null entry in the presidential record with no actionable historical data.
On June 22, 1972, Richard M. Nixon and chief executives of the broadcasting industry, including Charles Batson, Charles Crutchfield, Daniel R. Eaton, John Fetzer, James S. Gilmore, Jr., Larry Israel, John Kluge, Charles S. Mechem, Bill Michaels, John T. Murphy, Ancil Paine, John Poor, Ward Quaal, Leonard Reinsch, Bill Shaw, Reid L. Shaw, Robert Slaughter, Franklin C. Snyder, Egmont Sonderling, E. R. Vadeboncoeur, M. C. Waters, Fred Weber, Robert Wells, Richard Chapin, Herbert G. Klein, Ronald L. Ziegler, Peter M. Flanigan, John D. Ehrlichman, George W. Romney, Charles W. Colson, Richard A. Moore, Alvin Snyder, Clay T. ("Tom") Whitehead, Dean Burch, and the White House photographer, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House from 5:20 pm to 6:28 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 103-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a large group of broadcast industry executives and administration officials to discuss regulatory and legislative challenges facing the industry. Key topics included the burden of proof in license renewal processes, the impact of Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regulations on operations, and concerns regarding network news bias. The discussion focused on seeking potential legislative solutions to protect broadcasters from costly legal challenges and to stabilize the regulatory environment for private enterprise.