36 conversations found

September 16, 1972

President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 11:43 pm on September 15, 1972 and 1:01 am on September 16, 1972. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 779-003 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig to review breakthroughs in Soviet-American diplomacy, specifically the consolidation of trade and Lend-Lease negotiations into a single comprehensive package. Kissinger outlined successful efforts to secure Soviet cooperation on commercial agreements and timelines for European Security Conference and Mutual and Balanced Force Reductions (MBFR) talks, effectively bypassing standard State Department channels. The group also discussed the management of these announcements to maximize political credit for the President while minimizing potential leaks from Secretary of State William Rogers or other officials. Additionally, Kissinger provided a brief update on the shift in attitude observed during recent Vietnam peace negotiations.

September 16, 1972

President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 11:43 pm on September 15, 1972 and 1:01 am on September 16, 1972. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-001 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig to evaluate the status of ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations following Kissinger’s discussions with North Vietnamese representative Le Duc Tho. The group assessed North Vietnam’s potential willingness to reach a settlement before the 1972 presidential election, while weighing the impact on South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu and domestic political considerations. Additionally, they reviewed progress on various U.S.-Soviet agreements, including trade, maritime, and arms control issues, to ensure timely coordination and public announcement strategies.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:24 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-005 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met briefly with H. R. Haldeman to coordinate the schedule of National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. This discussion was strictly limited to administrative planning regarding Kissinger’s upcoming itinerary. No other policy matters or significant executive decisions were recorded during this brief two-minute exchange.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:24 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-003 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review and organize the daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion concerned the timing and arrangements for an upcoming meeting with Henry A. Kissinger. This interaction served to coordinate the President's immediate administrative agenda.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:24 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-004 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to initiate a telephone call. The sole purpose of this brief interaction was to facilitate a direct line of communication with Charles W. Colson. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this exchange.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:24 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-002 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review and finalize details regarding his upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the discussion concerned arrangements for a meeting with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. Following the briefing, Bull exited the Oval Office to facilitate the President's administrative planning.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:24 am to 9:26 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-006 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate logistics and media strategy surrounding Henry Kissinger’s recent diplomatic mission to the Soviet Union. The participants specifically discussed the staging and aesthetics for upcoming photography sessions, including lighting and outdoor locations to capture Kissinger’s meetings with the President and Secretary of State William Rogers. Nixon emphasized a desire for natural interaction, moving away from formal, static poses to highlight the significance of the diplomatic briefings.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Charles W. Colson, Stephen B. Bull, Henry A. Kissinger, unknown person(s), Alexander P. Butterfield, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:26 am to 10:20 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-007 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and his advisors met to coordinate upcoming foreign policy announcements, specifically focusing on the timing of SALT II, maritime agreements, and trade deals with the Soviet Union to maximize domestic political impact. The President instructed H.R. Haldeman to identify and fire any staff members responsible for leaking CIA documents, while also assessing potential personnel changes for his second term. Additionally, Henry Kissinger briefed the President on ongoing secret peace negotiations with North Vietnam, discussing the scheduling of talks to avoid undermining the President's public appearances.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, Ronald L. Ziegler and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:20 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-008 of the White House Tapes.

Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler met with an unidentified woman in the Oval Office to retrieve personal items, including notebooks, from Henry A. Kissinger’s desk. The brief interaction focused on the logistical collection of materials from the office. Following the retrieval of these items, Ziegler and his guest promptly departed the premises.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, Alexander P. Butterfield and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:20 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-009 of the White House Tapes.

Alexander P. Butterfield met with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office to coordinate administrative logistics regarding the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion focused primarily on the travel plans and commitments of National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. No definitive policy decisions were reached, as the conversation served as a brief briefing on official calendar management.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:20 am and 10:41 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-010 of the White House Tapes.

United States Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to conduct internal security or logistical business. Although specific details regarding the discussion are restricted under withdrawal protocols, the interaction pertains to the operational duties of the presidential detail. The meeting concluded after approximately eight minutes of deliberation.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:41 am and 10:44 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-011 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to discuss the logistics of the First Family's upcoming travel plans, specifically regarding departures to Camp David. They reviewed the scheduled arrivals of Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower to the White House. Additionally, the conversation briefly touched upon matters involving Henry A. Kissinger.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:41 am and 10:44 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-012 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to Harold T. Rigley, the leader of the Utility Workers Union of America. This interaction served an administrative purpose to initiate contact with organized labor leadership. The conversation focused exclusively on the logistical arrangements required to connect the President with Rigley.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Harold T. Rigley met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:44 am to 10:45 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-013 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Harold T. Rigley to discuss the Utility Workers Union’s recent convention in Miami and the geographic reach of the union's membership. The conversation touched upon the organization's influence in regions like Detroit and Southern California, specifically referencing Pacific Gas and Electric and Southern California Edison. Nixon expressed a desire to meet with the union leadership, facilitated by Willie J. Usery, Jr., following the conclusion of the 1972 election.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:45 am and 10:55 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-014 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield in the Oval Office to review and finalize the President’s upcoming daily schedule. The discussion focused on logistical planning and the management of Nixon's appointments. No further details regarding specific developments were recorded, as the meeting concluded shortly thereafter.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, Manolo Sanchez, Tricia Nixon Cox, Henry A. Kissinger, and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:55 am to 12:50 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-015 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and other staff to discuss the messaging for upcoming speeches, particularly regarding international narcotics control and the administration's broader foreign policy achievements. The participants reviewed the status of Vietnam peace negotiations, the implications of Watergate-related news coverage, and the political necessity of contrasting Nixon's record against George McGovern's platform. Furthermore, Nixon and Kissinger strategized on diplomatic maneuvers concerning the Middle East, specifically addressing Israeli military actions in Lebanon and the need to maintain strong U.S. influence in international affairs.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:50 pm and 12:58 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-016 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon met briefly with his longtime valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office. The conversation remains undocumented due to the unavailability of a transcript and the presence of a withdrawn personal segment. Consequently, no substantive policy discussions or significant official actions were recorded for this encounter.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:50 pm and 12:58 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-018 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to conduct a brief review of his upcoming official schedule. The discussion focused on managing the President's calendar and logistical arrangements for his departure later that afternoon. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this short administrative check-in.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:50 pm and 12:58 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-017 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate logistical details and daily schedules for the First Family and White House staff. The discussion centered on the specific agendas of Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Eisenhower, alongside a request regarding Charles Colson’s availability. These arrangements focused on managing lunch appointments and personal itineraries for the President’s inner circle.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:58 pm and 12:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 780-019 of the White House Tapes.

Secret Service agents and unidentified individuals met briefly in the Oval Office to conduct security-related business. While specific details of the discussion remain unavailable due to the absence of a transcript, the interaction pertains to routine administrative or protective protocols managed by the Secret Service. The meeting concluded shortly after its commencement, with no record of specific policy decisions or executive actions.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 1:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-016 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate the security and public messaging surrounding upcoming secret negotiations with North Vietnamese officials. They discussed the timing of these meetings in relation to Nixon's IMF speech and his re-election campaign, while also considering how to manage media inquiries and leaks regarding these diplomatic efforts. The pair consulted with Stephen B. Bull regarding the President's schedule to ensure these sensitive discussions remained prioritized and secure.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 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 1:15 pm and 1:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-017 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The brief interaction served to manage the President's personal schedule and coordinate the logistics of the requested family communication. No other policy matters or administrative developments were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:15 pm and 1:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 359-018 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with Charles Colson to discuss political strategy regarding the upcoming election and media relations. The conversation covered attacks on Senator George McGovern’s economic policies, the administration's efforts to influence CBS News coverage, and complaints regarding *The Washington Post*. Colson reported on his interactions with media executives and provided updates on political maneuvering against the opposition.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-001 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon met with First Lady Pat Nixon in the study at Camp David to discuss personal matters. The interaction was private in nature and resulted in no recorded policy developments or administrative decisions. Due to the withdrawal of the audio segments for personal reasons, the substance of their conversation remains unavailable for research.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-005 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David. The discussion, which included a withdrawn segment labeled as a personal returnable item, involved private matters between the President and his long-time aide. No substantive policy developments or administrative actions were recorded during this brief interaction.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-002 of the White House Tapes.

First Lady Pat Nixon and her daughter Julie Nixon Eisenhower met at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David for an informal family gathering. The discussion, which was not recorded in a transcript and includes withdrawn personal material, focused on private matters during their weekend stay. No formal policy decisions or administrative actions resulted from this personal interaction.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-004 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman at the Aspen Lodge to dictate a memorandum regarding internal White House administrative matters. The recording consists primarily of this dictation and a withdrawn segment of a personal, returnable nature. No further policy developments or substantive discussions were captured in the available material.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-006 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon held a brief administrative interaction with the Camp David operator while stationed at the Aspen Lodge. The exchange centered on routine communication logistics and telephonic connectivity requirements for the President during his stay. No substantive policy matters or major political decisions were recorded during this brief technical coordination.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-003 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, during a stay at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David. As the session consisted entirely of a withdrawn personal segment, no official policy or administrative matters were recorded. Consequently, the meeting did not result in any substantive developments or executive action items.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:30 pm and 6:36 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 143-001 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to facilitate a personal communication. The President requested that the operator connect him to Manolo Sanchez, his longtime personal valet. This brief interaction served as a routine logistical step to establish private contact with a member of his staff.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez talked on the telephone at Camp David from 6:36 pm to 6:37 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 143-002 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon consulted with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, regarding the scheduling and logistics of a movie screening. The brief exchange focused on selecting a film for the President to watch, specifically mentioning a desire to see 'The Northwest Train Robbery.' No major policy decisions were made during this casual administrative interaction.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 6:36 pm to 6:37 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-007 of the White House Tapes.

President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, at the Aspen Lodge during a stay at Camp David. As a personal interaction between the President and a member of his household staff, the conversation likely addressed routine logistics or immediate personal needs. No major policy decisions or historical developments were recorded during this one-minute exchange.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:37 pm and 7:00 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-009 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, met informally at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David. While the specific substance of their discussion remains classified or contained within withdrawn segments, the meeting reflects the President's personal interactions with family during his tenure. No administrative actions or policy decisions were recorded as a result of this brief engagement.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:37 pm and 7:00 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-008 of the White House Tapes.

President Richard Nixon met with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, for a brief personal visit at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David. The conversation, which lasted less than half a minute, consisted entirely of personal matters that remain classified. Consequently, no substantive policy discussions or political decisions were recorded during this brief family interaction.

September 16, 1972

On September 16, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:37 pm and 7:00 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-010 of the White House Tapes.

Pat Nixon and her daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held a private meeting at the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David. Given the lack of a transcript and the classification of the audio as a personal record, the discussion remains restricted. No substantive policy matters or official administrative actions were recorded as having resulted from this familial gathering.

September 16, 1972

Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:00 pm on September 16, 1972 and 10:25 am on September 17, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-011 of the White House Tapes.

Julie Nixon Eisenhower and First Lady Pat Nixon met privately in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David to discuss personal matters. The discussion was strictly private, as indicated by the withdrawal of the recording’s content for personal reasons. No administrative, political, or policy-related developments were recorded during this informal engagement.