35 conversations found

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:41 am and 10:04 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-130 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon attempted to initiate an outgoing telephone call through the White House operator. After a brief exchange regarding the status of the requested party, the President decided to postpone the communication. No substantive policy matters were discussed before Nixon instructed the operator to hold the request for a later time.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:41 am and 10:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-002 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield, H.R. Haldeman, and Ronald Ziegler to coordinate the President’s upcoming schedule and manage key domestic policy communications. The discussion focused on preparations for a Domestic Council meeting, a scheduled session with Caspar Weinberger, and a prospective television address regarding school busing. The participants evaluated the tone and content of the busing statement, incorporating input from Patrick Buchanan to refine the administration's messaging strategy.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:41 am and 10:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-001 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction serves as a logistical bridge between the President and an unnamed party. No substantive policy matters or major decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, George P. Shultz, Caspar W. ("Cap") Weinberger, Herbert Stein, Ezra Solomon, Marina von Neumann Whitman, John D. Ehrlichman, Ronald L. Ziegler, White House photographer, Stephen B. Bull, Charles W. Colson, Earl L. Butz, Donald H. Rumsfeld, and Kermit Gordon met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:39 am to 12:41 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-003 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his economic advisors, including George Shultz, Caspar Weinberger, and Herbert Stein, to address public and political concerns regarding rising food and beef prices. The group analyzed potential government interventions, such as suspending import quotas, utilizing government food stockpiles, and the political implications of implementing price controls. Following this, the President consulted with Kermit Gordon regarding the administration's economic policies and engaged in a broader discussion concerning the political orientation of intellectuals and the Brookings Institution.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:41 pm and 12:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-004 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming event involving the Farm Family of the Year. The discussion focused on scheduling details, specifically regarding the protocol for handshakes and the execution of an official photograph. Bull was tasked with finalizing these arrangements to ensure the smooth conduct of the meeting.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Carlos D. Dixon, Mrs. Carlos D. Dixon, Stephen C. Dixon, Kimberley R. Dixon, Earl L. Butz, James V. Smith, John C. Whitaker, White House photographer, and Anita J. Dixon met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:44 pm to 12:50 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-005 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Carlos D. Dixon and his family, accompanied by Secretary of Agriculture Earl L. Butz and other officials, to discuss the state of American agriculture and the importance of programs like 4-H and the Future Farmers of America. The conversation highlighted the role of the Farmers Home Administration in supporting capital acquisition for successful farming ventures. Additionally, the President presented the family with gifts and engaged in casual discussion regarding White House furnishings and the economic concerns of cattlemen regarding beef prices.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Frederic V. Malek, Daniel T. Kinsley, E. Pendleton James, Stanton D. Anderson, John E. Clarke, Robert V. Davison, Michael T. Harrigan, Frank C. Herringer, William H. Marumoto, John Grinalds, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:51 pm to 1:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-007 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Frederic V. Malek and several staff members and personnel recruiters to facilitate formal introductions and oversee a photo session with White House photographer Ollie Atkins. The discussion touched upon executive recruitment efforts involving prominent political figures such as Gerald R. Ford and Thomas Hale Boggs. The meeting concluded with the President presenting ceremonial gifts to the attendees.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:51 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-006 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming meeting with Frederic V. Malek’s staff. The discussion centered on managing the flow of the visit, specifically outlining protocols for photographs, handshakes, and the presentation of gifts. These administrative preparations ensured the event proceeded according to the President's scheduled itinerary.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 1:01 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-008 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Oval Office to coordinate his daily schedule. The brief interaction focused on managing the President's immediate agenda and logistical planning. The meeting concluded immediately after these arrangements were finalized.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 1:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-009 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon initiates a brief communication through the White House operator to facilitate a connection with another party. This exchange serves as a logistical administrative step for the President to conduct official business. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded in this brief interaction.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 1:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-131 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call to George P. Shultz, who was then serving as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget. This interaction served purely as a logistical step to establish communication with Shultz. No substantive policy matters or decisions were discussed during this brief exchange.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House photographer, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:04 pm to 1:13 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-010 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate logistics for a televised statement regarding school busing, including teleprompter arrangements. The discussion also touched upon international economic policy, specifically the British reaction to currency devaluation and a potential follow-up call involving George P. Shultz and John B. Connally. This meeting served as a brief administrative session to finalize public messaging and manage ongoing foreign economic relations.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:04 pm and 1:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-132 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon initiated a phone call to Treasury Secretary George P. Shultz to discuss an unspecified matter. Upon learning from the White House operator that Shultz was attending a lunch at the Export-Import Bank, Nixon abruptly chose to cancel the attempt. No further business was conducted, and the President opted not to pursue the contact at that time.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 2:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-012 of the White House Tapes.

A film crew from the Wolper Organization visited the Oval Office to set up recording equipment for a documentary project. The primary activity involved the installation and management of technical gear within the workspace. No substantive policy or political discussions occurred during this logistics-focused meeting.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Dwight L. Chapin met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-031 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his appointments secretary, Dwight L. Chapin, to review and discuss the President's upcoming daily schedule. The conversation focused on the logistical arrangements and timing for his scheduled engagements. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative check-in.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, Stephen B. Bull and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 2:56 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-011 of the White House Tapes.

Stephen B. Bull met with unknown individuals in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's administrative schedule. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements for President Nixon's movements to the Executive Office Building and the technical requirements for upcoming filming sessions. No major policy decisions were reached, as the meeting was primarily an operational briefing regarding White House equipment and scheduling.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-034 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman to coordinate the administration's response to the recent break-in at the Democratic National Committee headquarters at the Watergate complex. The discussion focused on leveraging the Central Intelligence Agency to impede the ongoing FBI investigation by claiming the inquiry threatened national security interests. This meeting resulted in a critical directive to obstruct justice, marking a pivotal moment in the administration's effort to conceal its involvement in the scandal.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-029 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with an unknown woman to discuss the background and credentials of Nellie L. Yates. The conversation, facilitated by Dwight L. Chapin, focused on reviewing information regarding Yates's profile. No specific policy decisions were recorded, as the meeting served primarily as an informational briefing on personnel matters.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-033 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The brief exchange focused on technical difficulties or logistical delays in establishing the requested connection. The interaction concluded with the President emphasizing the urgency of his communication needs.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-032 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate the delivery of personal items. The brief discussion also touched upon the health of White House staff member Manolo Sanchez. No significant policy decisions or major developments were recorded during this encounter.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-028 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon held a private meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified individual, though the official records provide no transcript or documentation regarding the subjects addressed. Given the date, which coincides with the infamous 'Smoking Gun' tape, the encounter remains a significant point of historical interest regarding the internal management of the Watergate scandal. The lack of available records leaves the specific purpose and any ensuing decisions or directives from this interaction unknown.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-030 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative tasks. The brief exchange focused on technical coordination regarding the recording equipment in the President's office. No significant policy decisions were made during this routine interaction.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 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 1:16 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-035 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon held a brief administrative interaction with the White House operator to facilitate a telephonic connection. This recording functions primarily as a logistical bridge to a substantive discussion with another party. No policy decisions or political deliberations occurred during this brief exchange.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 1:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-134 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to connect the President with the Governor for further discussion. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this specific exchange.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 1:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-133 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call through the White House operator to an unidentified individual. The recording consists entirely of unintelligible audio, preventing any determination of the conversation's substance or specific intent. Consequently, no policy decisions or action items can be identified from this exchange.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Charles W. Colson, White House operator, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:20 pm to 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 343-036 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Charles Colson to discuss the ongoing fallout from the Watergate break-in, specifically the FBI's investigation and the risks of it uncovering CIA connections or sensitive political associations. The participants analyzed the political landscape and current polling data to strategize for the upcoming election against George McGovern. They ultimately decided to prioritize aggressive negative campaigning against McGovern, concluding that focusing on the opponent's weaknesses was more effective for swaying undecided voters than emphasizing the administration's own policy achievements.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 2:22 pm to 2:34 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-135 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and Charles W. Colson discussed the strategic timing of a forthcoming phone call from Colson to John B. Connally. The conversation focused on providing Connally with advance notice regarding news on import quotas and coordinating the announcement within the current political calendar. They aimed to manage the message as a temporary, controlled situation.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 025-136 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the current location of Nelson A. Rockefeller. The President sought to establish contact with Rockefeller to facilitate a return call. This brief administrative interaction served as a coordination step for the President's ongoing communications.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Donald H. Rumsfeld, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Herbert Stein, Edward R. Spiegel, Harry Hogan, Fritz Roland, unknown person(s), and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:56 pm and 3:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-013 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Donald Rumsfeld, H. R. Haldeman, Herbert Stein, and a production crew from the Wolper Organization to coordinate the filming of an upcoming documentary. The discussion focused on logistical instructions regarding the President's movements and camera placement within the White House. Additionally, the group touched upon the President’s past interactions with the Brookings Institution and his upcoming schedule at Camp David.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Donald H. Rumsfeld, Herbert Stein, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, Edward R. Spiegel, Harry Hogan, Fritz Roland, unknown person(s), John D. Ehrlichman, Robert H. Finch, Manolo Sanchez, and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House from 3:00 pm to 4:22 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 741-014 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon held a wide-ranging series of meetings with advisors and staff to discuss economic policy, pending legislation, and emergency disaster responses. Key discussions included plans to reduce government stockpiles, the political implications of food prices and busing legislation, and the federal government's mobilization efforts following Hurricane Agnes and the Rapid City flooding. The session also incorporated administrative coordination for upcoming film projects involving the President and members of the Wolper Organization.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 4:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-001 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to place a telephone call to George P. Shultz. This brief interaction serves as a routine administrative step to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and his Director of the Office of Management and Budget.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 4:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-002 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon directs the White House operator to facilitate a series of communications, specifically requesting a call with George P. Shultz. The operator updates the President on the status of a previous request involving Governor Nelson Rockefeller, who is currently attempting to contact his secretary, Ann Whitman, from New Mexico. The exchange serves as a logistical coordination effort to establish these specific administrative and political connections.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and George P. Shultz talked on the telephone from 4:07 pm to 4:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-003 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and George P. Shultz discussed the necessity of managing international economic and monetary concerns, specifically following recent developments regarding the British pound. Nixon instructed Shultz to conduct a diplomatic tour of Europe to engage directly with key leaders, including Edward Heath and Georges Pompidou, to emphasize the importance of U.S. relations and current policy positions. Additionally, Nixon directed Shultz to coordinate with the British Ambassador to ensure that U.S. intentions were clearly communicated to the British government.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 026-004 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to arrange a telephone call with New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller. Upon learning that Rockefeller was currently traveling to Santa Fe, New Mexico, and that his aide Ann Whitman was also unavailable, the President decided to postpone the request. No further action was taken, and Nixon instructed the operator to cancel the immediate attempt to reach the Governor.

June 23, 1972

On June 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:48 pm and 8:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 194-001 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met at Camp David to debrief on Kissinger’s recent trip to the People's Republic of China and coordinate strategy for upcoming Vietnam peace negotiations. Kissinger reported positive developments, including China's pressure on North Vietnam to negotiate and the North Vietnamese agreement to resume plenary and private sessions in mid-July. The two also discussed the 1972 election, specifically framing George McGovern's candidacy as a threat to national stability, and reviewed broader foreign policy maneuvers involving the Soviet Union, Iran, and European security.