32 conversations found
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:44 pm and 3:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-086 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to contact special counsel Charles W. Colson. The President provides specific instructions to avoid interrupting Colson if he is attending a social event, while authorizing the use of a pager if he is at home. This brief exchange serves as the logistical coordination required to establish urgent communication with a key staff member.
On September 12, 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 3:44 pm and 3:51 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator regarding the protocol for placing an outgoing call to an unnamed individual. He explicitly directed the operator not to interrupt the recipient if they were currently attending a social event. This brief exchange served as a procedural directive to ensure presidential communication did not cause undue social disruption.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:51 pm to 4:28 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson met to discuss political strategy and public opinion regarding school busing, foreign policy, and domestic malaise. They evaluated the political impact of busing mandates in cities like Boston, specifically noting the potential for mobilizing Polish-Catholic voters against such policies. Additionally, the conversation touched on the administration's public approval ratings, the perceived moral crisis in America, and the effectiveness of Nixon's recent economic and foreign policy messaging.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 3:51 pm to 4:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-087 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discussed a variety of political and economic issues, focusing on the rising public controversy over school busing and the administration's efforts to promote its economic policies. Colson provided updates on the positive reception of the President's recent speeches on the work ethic and the economy, noting that business leaders and the public are responding with increasing optimism. The two also addressed the progress of the administration's Phase II economic program, with Colson confirming that he has assigned specific staff members to manage the implementation of his proposed plan for public price policing.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to determine the whereabouts of John D. Ehrlichman. Upon learning that Ehrlichman had briefly left the premises, the President requested that Ehrlichman return his call upon his return. This brief exchange served as a routine attempt to establish communication with a key domestic policy advisor.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 4:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. This brief exchange served as an administrative step to connect the President with another party. The recording concludes immediately after the operator acknowledges the request to remain on the line.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 4:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to limit the inclusion of social functions in his call logs and scheduling. This request reflects his desire to prioritize substantive official business over personal or ceremonial engagements. No further administrative actions were recorded during this brief directive.
On September 12, 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 4:31 pm and 4:37 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested that the White House operator place a telephone call to either Hobart D. Lewis or Robert H. Finch. The interaction was brief, serving strictly as an administrative request to facilitate communication with one of these two individuals. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-088 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to place a call to John D. Ehrlichman. He explicitly instructed the operator to avoid interrupting Ehrlichman if he was currently attending a social event. This brief interaction served as a standard administrative request to facilitate a consultation between the President and his top advisor.
On September 12, 1971, 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 008-090 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Hobart D. Lewis. The interaction served solely as a procedural request to initiate communication with the publisher. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief administrative exchange.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:35 pm and 4:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-091 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to be connected with Robert H. Finch. The brief exchange serves as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and his counselor. No further policy or substantive matters are addressed during this short transition.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Robert H. Finch talked on the telephone from 4:37 pm to 4:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-093 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Robert Finch discussed a range of political and administrative strategies, including the scheduling of appointments for Mexican-American officials to coincide with Mexican Independence Day. They also coordinated a public relations campaign involving Cabinet wives to promote the administration’s economic initiatives and price controls on television talk shows. Finally, they reviewed recent political successes with the film industry guilds and reaffirmed the administration's stance that court-ordered busing in the North should be distanced from federal policy.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Robert H. Finch met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:37 pm to 4:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon and Robert Finch met to discuss political strategy and administrative initiatives, including revenue sharing, environmental policy, and upcoming legislative goals. The conversation also touched upon the necessity of public engagement through media appearances and the anticipated impact of the Vietnam War on the political landscape. They further addressed specific concerns regarding school desegregation mandates in northern states and political maneuvering in California.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 4:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-092 of the White House Tapes.
The White House operator updates the President on the travel status of Hobart D. Lewis, who is expected to arrive in Washington by 6:00 p.m. Nixon requests that Lewis contact him upon his arrival to facilitate a discussion. Following this update, the operator transitions the call to Robert H. Finch to speak with the President.
On September 12, 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 4:55 pm and 4:58 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a personal call, specifically requesting assistance in connecting with an individual. The brief exchange focused on coordinating this communication and managing the logistics of reaching the intended party. No broader policy or administrative developments resulted from this brief interaction.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:55 pm and 4:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-094 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. He provided the operator with instructions to reach her at her apartment in Cambridge, Massachusetts. The call served a strictly personal purpose, reflecting the President's efforts to maintain communication with his family.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 4:58 pm to 5:02 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-095 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon engaged in a brief telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, to discuss personal family matters. The interaction was informal in nature, centering on domestic updates rather than official White House policy or administration business. Given the withdrawn nature of the recording, no substantive political developments or professional action items were documented.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 4:58 pm to 5:02 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, for a brief personal conversation regarding family matters. The discussion centered on social engagements, including a recent church service and lunch with the Connellys and the Grange. No significant policy decisions were made during this informal exchange.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:02 pm and 5:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-097 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a long-distance telephone call. He requested to be connected with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, who was in California at the time. The brief exchange served strictly as a logistical request to facilitate communication with a key staff member.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:02 pm and 5:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-096 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate an outgoing call. The conversation consisted solely of administrative communication regarding the request for a connection. Ultimately, the attempt to connect to the intended party was unsuccessful.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 5:08 pm to 5:14 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the status of an unnamed individual recovering in the hospital and coordinate viewing plans for an upcoming ABC television special. The President directs Woods to ensure his daughters, Trisha and Julie, are informed about the program and requests that Mark assist in reaching out to Julie. The conversation reflects administrative management of the family's personal schedule and social correspondence.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 5:08 pm to 5:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-098 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and personal secretary Rose Mary Woods discuss the success of the President’s recent church service and the large crowd in attendance. They deliberate on appropriate presidential gifts to present to Dr. Raymond Bell in recognition of his contributions. The conversation concludes with a decision to send Dr. Bell and his wife a selection of items, including cufflinks, a tie pin, a compact, and a decorative Lucite object.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 5:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-099 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. This brief exchange served as a logistical request to facilitate personal communication between the President and his daughter. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during the call.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 5:15 pm to 5:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the handling of potential scrutiny regarding Nixon's real estate dealings, specifically the acquisition of federal property for his presidential foundation and museum. Nixon expresses a desire to proactively disclose information to shut down false rumors or investigative interest, noting that he wants to avoid the level of press intrusion experienced by the Lyndon B. Johnson administration. Additionally, the pair briefly touches upon political strategy for the current congressional session, emphasizing a push for legislative action on health and environmental programs to pressure Congress.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 5:15 pm to 5:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-100 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discussed defensive strategies regarding inquiries into the President's personal finances and property dealings, agreeing to adopt a firm stance by reiterating that there have been no changes to his financial disclosures. The conversation shifted to internal FBI concerns, with Ehrlichman advising that Nixon meet with J. Edgar Hoover regarding a leadership transition to L. Patrick Gray. Finally, the two reviewed legislative strategy, deciding to maintain a firm position on welfare reform while pressuring Congress to act on a broader package of stalled domestic initiatives, including revenue sharing, health programs, and strike legislation.
On September 12, 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 5:31 pm and 5:33 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a communication to an unidentified individual currently aboard a ship. He also provided instructions regarding a scheduled 7:00 PM broadcast on ABC. This brief exchange served to coordinate presidential messaging and media engagement.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:31 pm and 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-101 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to contact his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, who was currently aboard the USS Albany. He requested that she be informed of an upcoming ABC documentary airing that evening regarding First Lady Pat Nixon. The President sought to ensure that Julie would be aware of the program and able to view it while at sea.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:31 pm and 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-102 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to White House Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman through the White House operator. The conversation serves as a logistical request to establish direct communication with Haldeman. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occur during this brief administrative exchange.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 5:33 pm to 5:53 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 278-032 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a wide-ranging discussion regarding personnel evaluations and the management of various White House staff and associates. The conversation touched upon the personal challenges and professional effectiveness of specific individuals, including concerns about alcohol-related issues and leadership styles. The two assessed the suitability of potential appointees and staff members for sensitive roles, debating whether certain individuals could successfully navigate administrative burdens and represent the administration effectively.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 5:33 pm to 5:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-103 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss administrative and logistical adjustments within the White House, including potential staff changes for the President's military aides and the delegation of signing responsibilities to alleviate the burden on Rose Mary Woods. They also review the effectiveness of recent White House church services, with Nixon considering transitioning to a Vesper hour to better manage the President's schedule and avoid excessive handshaking obligations. Additionally, the pair discusses current political friction surrounding busing policies in Boston and the positive reception of the administration’s recent economic initiatives.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:53 pm and 9:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-104 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to hold all incoming telephone calls until 11:30. This brief administrative communication served to clear the President's schedule for a period of uninterrupted work. No further topics were addressed during the brief exchange.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:53 pm and 9:23 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-105 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to journalist and television correspondent John A. Scali. The brief communication served exclusively as a request to initiate contact with Scali. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.