36 conversations found
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:18 am and 9:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss the President’s daily schedule. During the brief morning interaction, the two addressed arrangements involving an unidentified woman scheduled to meet with the President. No major policy decisions were recorded, as the discussion focused primarily on personal staff coordination and logistics.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:18 am and 9:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown woman in the Oval Office to provide specific instructions regarding the handling of a special item. Although the exact nature of the item remains undocumented due to the lack of a transcript, this brief interaction highlights a confidential administrative task conducted by the President. The meeting concluded quickly, with the unidentified visitor departing the office shortly thereafter.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:18 am and 9:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to conduct private business or official consultations. The meeting, which lasted no more than twenty-two minutes, remains undocumented regarding its specific agenda or outcomes due to the absence of a transcript. Consequently, the nature of the topics discussed and any resulting executive decisions are currently unavailable for historical analysis.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, unknown person(s), and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:40 am to 9:59 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman meet to discuss a wide-ranging agenda including reactions to the 1972 Munich Olympics, specifically the controversial U.S.-Soviet basketball game and athlete conduct regarding the national anthem. They transition to a detailed review of the ongoing Watergate investigation, focusing on media leaks, the potential identity of sources, and maintaining a firm public line denying White House involvement. The conversation concludes with discussions on administrative staff reductions, the management of presidential trips to disaster areas, and political strategy for managing congressional inquiries.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Peter M. Flanigan met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:59 am to 10:03 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Peter Flanigan met to organize the agenda and strategy for an upcoming Council on International Economic Policy meeting regarding trade relations with Europe. They discussed the necessity of aligning trade policy with broader national security and political interests, specifically regarding the U.S. grain trade and upcoming OECD negotiations. Nixon decided to avoid premature policy commitments, instructing Flanigan to focus the meeting on posing critical questions rather than reaching final decisions.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:03 am and 10:06 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Deputy Assistant to the President Alexander P. Butterfield in the Oval Office to address administrative duties. The primary purpose of the brief encounter was to review and process official items requiring the President’s signature. No further policy discussions or significant developments were recorded during this brief administrative session.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:06 am and 10:09 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, in the Oval Office to address personal administrative matters. The conversation was brief and primarily concerned the handling of private, returnable materials. No significant policy decisions or executive actions resulted from this interaction.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:06 am and 10:09 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the status of a pending telephone call to sportscaster Chris Schenkel. The brief exchange focused solely on verifying the connectivity and progress of this outgoing communication. No other policy or administrative matters were discussed during this interaction.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and members of the Council on International Economic Policy, including William P. Rogers, George P. Shultz, Peter G. Peterson, Earl L. Butz, Herbert Stein, Peter M. Flanigan, Caspar W. ("Cap") Weinberger, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Carroll G. Brunthaver, [David] Kenneth Rush, William R. Pearce, Deane R. Hinton, James B. Loken, Robert J. Morris, Robert D. Hormats, Ronald L. Ziegler, and the White House photographer, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:06 am and 11:06 am. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 105-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with the Council on International Economic Policy and senior advisors to discuss U.S. trade relations with an expanding European Community. The group debated four strategic options ranging from maintaining the status quo to aggressive confrontation, with the President ultimately directing that the administration maintain a firm, "tough" stance while avoiding specific, provocative threats until after the upcoming election. Nixon emphasized that trade policy should not be viewed in isolation but as a component of a broader strategy concerning global power balances and U.S. national security commitments in Europe.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Chris Schenkel met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:09 am to 11:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with ABC broadcaster Chris Schenkel to offer formal commendation for the network's coverage of the 1972 Summer Olympics. Nixon praised the production quality and the commentators' overt support for the United States, noting that his family and staff found the broadcast particularly engaging. The two discussed specific athletic highlights and the competitive spirit of various international teams, with the President authorizing Schenkel to share his positive feedback publicly.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:09 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to review administrative and scheduling matters. The discussion focused on coordinating the President's upcoming call to Chris Schenkel and finalizing details for H.R. Haldeman’s political meeting. These logistics were managed to ensure the smooth operation of the President's daily agenda.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:18 am to 11:22 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, and briefly with aide Stephen B. Bull to discuss correspondence regarding General James Doolittle and the film *Thirty Seconds Over Tokyo*. The participants shared reflections on the cinematic depiction of the Doolittle Raid and its broader implications for American leadership. Additionally, the meeting touched upon administrative matters, including the President's schedule and an upcoming appointment with Russell E. Train.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Russell E. Train, Alexander P. Butterfield, Stephen B. Bull, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:23 am to 11:34 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Russell E. Train and Alexander P. Butterfield to discuss Train’s upcoming diplomatic mission to the Soviet Union focused on environmental cooperation. The conversation centered on strategies for engaging Soviet officials on issues like Arctic pipeline technology and urban air quality, while emphasizing the importance of building personal rapport with foreign counterparts. Nixon encouraged Train to leverage his delegation, which included prominent conservationists, to gain deeper insights into Soviet political figures and environmental management practices.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:38 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator from the Oval Office to place an outgoing call. The primary purpose of the communication was to reach his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, at the Essex House. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this brief administrative exchange.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing telephone communication. This routine interaction served as a logistical bridge to connect the President with an unidentified party. No further substantive dialogue or policy decisions were captured in this brief administrative exchange.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the distribution of an article concerning the concept of the 'Finlandization of Europe.' The President directed that the materials be sent to Secretary of State William P. Rogers and Peter M. Flanigan for review. This document was intended to serve as background information for upcoming meetings of the Council on International Economic Policy.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:40 am to 12:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Stephen B. Bull discussed the 1972 Olympics, specifically praising ABC's coverage and expressing strong disapproval of American athletes who protested during the medal ceremony. The conversation transitioned into personnel management and administrative matters, including the handling of job requests and the vetting of individuals seeking White House positions. Nixon also reviewed ceremonial gift-giving protocols, focusing on the distribution of presidential mementos such as watches and ashtrays to visitors.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, James R. Mann, Stephen B. Bull, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:03 pm to 12:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Representative James R. Mann and Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office for a brief, informal session that included a photo opportunity. The discussion touched upon regional interests in South Carolina, specifically concerns regarding the textile industry and trade relations with Japan. The President used the meeting to present gifts to Mann and maintain political rapport with the congressman.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:04 pm and 12:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and manage logistical arrangements for incoming visitors. The discussion focused on confirming appointments for Joseph T. DeSilva, William F. Rhatican, and Charles W. Colson. Bull facilitated these scheduling updates to ensure the President's daily agenda remained organized.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Joseph T. DeSilva, Willie J. Usery, Jr., Charles W. Colson, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:05 pm to 12:24 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with labor leader Joseph T. DeSilva, Willie J. Usery, Jr., and Charles W. Colson to discuss labor support for his reelection campaign and economic policies. DeSilva offered his personal endorsement, critiquing current union leadership while advocating for wage stabilization and increased job opportunities over welfare. The participants examined strategies for securing support among working-class voters and the political landscape regarding Nixon's administration.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:24 pm and 12:25 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and personal aide Stephen B. Bull met briefly in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's daily agenda. The discussion focused exclusively on administrative logistics regarding Nixon's upcoming appointments and schedule management. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short briefing.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Joseph N. Sanson, William F. Rhatican, Stephen B. Bull, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:25 pm to 12:29 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with AMVETS representatives Joseph N. Sanson and William F. Rhatican to discuss his administration's policies regarding the Vietnam War, national defense, and amnesty. The dialogue emphasized the President's alignment with veterans' groups and labor leaders against the positions held by George McGovern and figures like Jane Fonda. The meeting concluded with a gift presentation and a brief discussion regarding potential future appearances by the President at veterans' events.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:29 pm to 12:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield met to finalize logistical arrangements for an upcoming breakfast meeting with campaign staff and committee members. They discussed the guest list, including the exclusion of certain staff to keep the group size manageable, and evaluated the physical seating configuration of the room to ensure an effective presentation. The President specifically requested adjustments to the service style to maintain a streamlined environment for the discussion.
On September 11, 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 12:36 pm and 12:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction, lasting less than four minutes, involved personal matters rather than substantive policy discussions or political business. No official actions or strategic decisions resulted from this short, private encounter.
On September 11, 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 12:36 pm and 12:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate communication with his staff. The President specifically requested that Charles W. Colson be contacted regarding Patrick J. Buchanan. This brief interaction served as a logistical step to coordinate internal administrative outreach.
United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 12:36 pm on September 11, 1972 and 10:44 am on September 12, 1972. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 774-021 of the White House Tapes.
United States Secret Service agents gathered in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics and confirm the President’s location at the Executive Office Building. The conversation primarily served as an administrative update to ensure the security and precise whereabouts of the President. The brief exchange concluded with standard courtesies among the detail members before the recording was terminated.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 12:40 pm to 1:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to strategize on the 1972 presidential campaign, with a primary focus on countering negative press regarding the Watergate break-in and shifting the political conversation toward foreign policy and Vietnam. They discussed aggressive tactics to damage Democratic opponent George McGovern's credibility, including questioning his handling of campaign finances and his stance on the US-Soviet grain deal. Nixon instructed his team to emphasize a "new majority" theme and utilize leaks or disclosures to force McGovern onto the defensive, drawing parallels to past political scandals to minimize the administration's own vulnerabilities.
On September 11, 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 2:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with Manolo Sanchez in the Executive Office Building. The conversation primarily consisted of perfunctory exchanges and casual dialogue. No significant policy decisions, strategic developments, or substantive administrative actions were recorded during this interaction.
On September 11, 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 2:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a meeting with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The recorded interaction was brief and limited to personal matters, as indicated by the withdrawal of sensitive or private content from the official record. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were documented during this exchange.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 2:49 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Reverend Joseph H. Jackson of the National Baptist Convention in Chicago. The brief interaction focused solely on securing the necessary contact information to establish this line of communication. No further policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this administrative exchange.
On September 11, 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 2:49 pm and 3:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction, which included a segment restricted for personal privacy, primarily concerned personal or logistical matters related to the President's immediate needs. No significant policy decisions or historical developments were recorded during this session.
On September 11, 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 2:49 pm and 3:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss his daily schedule. The conversation centered on managing the President's availability and logistical arrangements for his upcoming commitments. No specific policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
On September 11, 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 2:49 pm and 3:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to handle private affairs. The brief interaction concluded with the withdrawal of personal materials, indicating the session served a strictly domestic or administrative function rather than a policy-oriented purpose. No substantive political or governmental decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On September 11, 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 2:49 pm and 3:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unidentified meeting in his Old Executive Office Building suite to review his upcoming daily schedule. Due to the lack of transcript content, no specific policy discussions or executive actions were documented during this interval. The conversation appears to be administrative in nature regarding the President's immediate appointments.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, Charles W. Colson, Manolo Sanchez, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:15 pm to 6:11 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 358-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and other staff members to discuss political campaign strategy, personnel changes within the State Department and the administration, and the ongoing fallout from the Watergate break-in. The group explored potential responses to Democratic criticisms and lawsuits, specifically weighing the merits of appointing an independent, bipartisan commission led by former Supreme Court Justices to review the federal investigation. This strategy was intended to neutralize charges of a 'whitewash' and demonstrate that the administration was conducting an exhaustive, unbiased inquiry into the scandal.
On September 11, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Charles W. Colson, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:15 pm and 5:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 360-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Charles Colson, and later Ronald Ziegler to discuss campaign strategy, press relations, and the political fallout of the Watergate scandal. The group evaluated the President’s recent public appearances in Pennsylvania, analyzed negative media coverage, and strategized on how to influence networks—specifically targeting CBS—to provide more favorable coverage. Additionally, they reviewed potential indictments related to Watergate and discussed the necessity of coordinating financial disclosure statements for the President and Vice President Agnew to contrast with their political opponents.