26 conversations found
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John A. Scali talked on the telephone from 9:23 pm to 9:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-106 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon engaged in a brief telephone conversation with John A. Scali, a journalist and future diplomat. Given the lack of a transcript and the withdrawn status of the primary segment, the specific subject matter remains restricted. No substantive policy decisions or actionable outcomes are reflected in the available documentation.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-107 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a telephone call to Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman. This brief administrative interaction served as a logistical step to initiate a high-level communication. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this exchange.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 9:25 pm to 9:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-108 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a brief telephone conversation to coordinate administrative matters or internal White House business. The majority of the exchange was classified as personal and subsequently withdrawn from public release. No substantive policy decisions or political developments were recorded in the available portion of the transcript.
On September 12, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Hobart D. Lewis talked on the telephone from 10:05 pm to 10:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-109 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon spoke with Hobart D. Lewis to express appreciation for Lewis's leadership of the Business Advisory Commission. The two men discussed the challenges of transitioning from the 90-day wage and price freeze into "Phase II," emphasizing the critical need for public support and self-policing to curb inflation. They also touched upon the necessity of maintaining firm relations with labor groups while promoting themes regarding the dignity of work.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:01 am and 1:15 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-110 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a call to Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally through the White House operator. This brief exchange served solely to facilitate the connection between the President and his Secretary. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this request for assistance.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met with Cabinet officers and their wives, including William P. Rogers, Adele (Langston) Rogers, John B. Connally, Idanell ("Nellie") (Brill) (Connally), Melvin R. Laird, John N. Mitchell, Martha (Beall) Mitchell, Rogers C. B. Morton, Clifford M. Hardin, Martha L. (Wood) Hardin, Maurice H. Stans, Kathleen Stans, James D. Hodgson, Maria (Denend) Hodgson, Elliot L. Richardson, Anne Richardson, George W. Romney, Lenore L. Romney, John A. Volpe, Jennie (Benedetto) Volpe, David M. Kennedy, Lenora (Bingham) Kennedy, George P. Shultz, Helena M. ("Obie") Shultz, Robert H. Finch, Carol (Crothers) Finch, Joyce (Pierson) Rumsfeld, George H. W. Bush, Barbara (Pierce) Bush, Robert J. Dole, Dr. Arthur A. Fletcher, Robert E. Hampton, Dr. John A. Hannah, Thomas S. Kleppe, Virginia H. Knauer, Robert L. Kunzig, Gen. George A. Lincoln, Dr. James R. Schlesinger, Frank J. Shakespeare, Paul W. McCracken, Arnold R. Weber, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John D. Ehrlichman, Clark MacGregor, William E. Timmons, Peter M. Flanigan, Peter G. Peterson, Herbert G. Klein, Raymond K. Price, Jr., Ronald L. Ziegler, Herbert Stein, and Alexander P. Butterfield, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 8:01 am and 3:07 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 073-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Pat Nixon, and the Cabinet met with their spouses to discuss the implementation and public perception of the administration’s New Economic Policy. Secretary of the Treasury John Connally led a comprehensive briefing on the wage-price freeze, tax reforms, and international monetary adjustments aimed at curbing inflation. The discussion emphasized the necessity of these economic measures for restoring national growth, managing federal expenditures, and building public and congressional support for the administration's program.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:02 am to 8:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 570-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and Alexander P. Butterfield to finalize logistical arrangements for an upcoming Cabinet meeting. The discussion focused on managing the attendance of officials, including Paul McCracken and George Shultz, and preparing the necessary domestic policy briefings. Nixon directed adjustments to the meeting's order of proceedings to ensure a more efficient presentation of the agenda.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:04 am and 8:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 570-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to review the current legislative climate, specifically focusing on the administration's economic program and the need to mobilize support in Congress against Democratic opposition. They also discussed foreign policy developments, including the perceived success of the President's overtures toward the People's Republic of China and their impact on Soviet relations. The meeting concluded with a brief interlude involving First Lady Pat Nixon regarding her recent television broadcast and production work, alongside administrative scheduling updates for future meetings with John Mitchell.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:42 am to 10:44 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 570-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to briefly coordinate administrative scheduling matters regarding a meeting with Senator Robert J. Dole. The conversation focused on the timing of this appointment and the management of the President's upcoming schedule. Butterfield confirmed he would finalize the necessary arrangements for the meeting.
On September 13, 1971, unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 10:42 am and 3:07 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 073-006 of the White House Tapes.
This recording captures an unidentified group of participants meeting in the Cabinet Room for a duration of approximately three minutes and twenty-four seconds. Due to the withdrawal of the content for non-historical reasons and the absence of a transcript, the specific agenda and participants remain unknown. The tape provides no evidence of administrative decisions or policy discussions.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Robert J. Dole, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., White House photographer, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, unknown person(s), Manolo Sanchez, Alexander P. Butterfield, John B. Connally, White House operator, and Nelson A. Rockefeller met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 2:58 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 571-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Robert Dole, Alexander Haig, and H. R. Haldeman to discuss political strategy, the administration's wage and price freeze, and foreign affairs. A significant portion of the conversation centered on the Attica state prison riots, where Nixon expressed support for Governor Nelson Rockefeller's refusal to grant amnesty to the rioters. Additionally, the participants reviewed Dole's recent trip to the Far East and evaluated potential Democratic opponents and general campaign messaging for the 1972 election.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 1:15 pm to 1:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-111 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon expressed his appreciation to Treasury Secretary John B. Connally for his effective presentation to a business group regarding the administration's economic policies. The two discussed the necessity of managing expectations among business leaders, emphasizing that wage and price controls initiated following the President's September 9 address to Congress were not intended to be permanent. Connally underscored the importance of securing political and business support while framing the temporary nature of these economic interventions.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 1:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-112 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a phone call to New York Governor Nelson A. Rockefeller through the White House operator. The primary purpose of this brief exchange is to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Governor. The operator confirms the request and proceeds to connect the two parties.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Nelson A. Rockefeller talked on the telephone from 1:31 pm to 1:38 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-113 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called New York Governor Nelson Rockefeller to commend his firm handling of the recent prison uprising at Attica. Rockefeller provided an update on the successful tactical operation to retake the prison, confirming that seven hostages and thirty-two prisoners had been killed, while emphasizing the necessity of denying amnesty to maintain order. The two discussed the role of external mediators like Tom Wicker and the potential for a national conspiracy, with Rockefeller confirming his support for the President’s reelection.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:38 pm and 7:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-114 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to place a phone call to Haldeman. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the Commission on International Trade and Investment Policy, including John B. Connally, Maurice H. Stans, William P. Rogers, Peter M. Flanigan, Peter G. Peterson, Richard V. ("Dick") Allen, Albert L. Williams, Dr. Isaiah Frank, James H. Binger, Fred J. Borch, Dr. Courtney C. Brown, Gaylord Freeman, Richard N. Gardner, Dr. Antonie T. Knoppers, Dr. Stewart M. Lee, Edmund W. Littlefield, Charles F. Myers, Jr., Dr. Max Myers, Kenneth N. Naden, Alfred C. Neal, William R. Pearce, Dr. Dan Throop Smith, Leroy D. Stinebower, and George A. Stinson, met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 2:58 pm and 3:45 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 074-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with the members of the Commission on International Trade and Investment Policy, led by Chairman Albert L. Williams, to discuss the committee's recently completed report on global economic competition. The conversation focused on the necessity of re-evaluating U.S. trade, monetary, and labor policies in light of increased challenges from a revitalized Europe and a highly organized Japanese industrial sector. Nixon and the commission members explored strategies for restoring U.S. global competitiveness, including the role of investment tax credits, the impact of antitrust laws on industrial mergers, and the long-term implications of the August 1971 economic initiatives.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone from 7:43 pm to 7:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-115 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and John Ehrlichman discussed the public and media reaction to the Attica Prison uprising, expressing frustration that coverage from networks like NBC focused on supporting the prisoners while failing to credit Governor Nelson Rockefeller. The participants speculated that the racial dynamics of the riot and the involvement of radical figures like the Black Panthers would ultimately turn public opinion against the prisoners. Additionally, Ehrlichman confirmed that the administration had placed federal prisons on standby following threats from outside activists, though the President suggested the outcome at Attica might serve as a deterrent rather than a catalyst for further unrest.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and John D. Ehrlichman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:43 pm to 7:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 276-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and John D. Ehrlichman discussed the public perception and press coverage surrounding the recent uprising at Attica State Prison. The participants characterized the situation as a racially charged conflict, specifically noting the division between black inmates and white guards. The conversation focused on interpreting the political implications of the event within the broader context of American racial tensions.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:47 pm and 7:51 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-116 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call. The sole purpose of this brief communication was to request that the operator connect him with his longtime personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods. No other policy matters or substantive political topics were discussed during this exchange.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:51 pm to 7:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 276-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, engaged in a brief, informal check-in regarding the President's daily wellbeing and administrative matters. The discussion touched upon general staff communications and the reception of recent public appearances, characterized by a supportive and collegial tone. No substantive policy decisions were reached, as the brief exchange primarily functioned to maintain personal rapport between the President and his long-time aide.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 7:51 pm to 7:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-117 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and personal secretary Rose Mary Woods discuss the President's demanding schedule and the logistical planning for an upcoming daytime press conference. The conversation touches on the President's desire to manage media access efficiently later in the week. Additionally, Nixon expresses significant frustration regarding AFL-CIO leader George Meany, characterizing his adversarial behavior as particularly troublesome.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-118 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. This brief administrative exchange served solely as a logistical request to initiate a high-level communication. No substantive policy matters or tactical decisions were discussed during this interaction.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:55 pm to 7:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 008-119 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed how the administration should respond to a partisan attack by labor leader George Meany. While Nixon expressed concern about jeopardizing future cooperation with Meany and George Shultz, he concluded that the administration needed to mount a strong public rebuttal. Haldeman agreed that any pushback against Meany must be significant rather than minor.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:55 pm to 7:58 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 276-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman briefly conferred regarding the review of evidence provided by Charles Colson. The discussion centered on a shared reluctance to engage with Colson’s analysis of the materials at hand. No further action items were established during this brief exchange.
On September 13, 1971, 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 7:58 pm and 8:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 276-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed an aide to notify Henry Kissinger of his current location in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate an upcoming meeting. The brief discussion served primarily as a logistical coordination to ensure the two could convene promptly. No policy matters or further substantive decisions were recorded in this brief exchange.
On September 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 7:58 pm and 8:50 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 276-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to attend to personal matters, including treatment for a skin rash and the care of the President's dog, King. The two men also discussed television programming, specifically a mystery person contest featured on a program hosted by Mr. Keyes. The interaction focuses on private, domestic concerns rather than official government business or policy development.