28 conversations found
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 8:11 pm to 8:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman reviewed the positive initial public and political reception of the President's latest economic speech. They discussed the effectiveness of using personal letters to humanize the administration's economic policies, with the President specifically directing Haldeman to incorporate more such testimonials into future communications. The conversation also touched upon the strategic political handling of wage and price controls, upcoming legislative efforts, and the President's public presentation, including his choice of wardrobe for the televised address.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:24 pm and 8:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to intercept and hold all incoming telephone calls until 8:45 pm. This directive served to secure a period of uninterrupted time for the President during the evening. No other substantive political or administrative matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:24 pm and 8:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to speechwriter William L. Safire. The exchange served exclusively as a procedural request to initiate communication with a member of the President's staff. No further substantive discussion took place during this brief interaction.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and William L. Safire talked on the telephone from 8:53 pm to 8:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and William Safire discuss the positive reception and communication strategy following the President’s recent economic address. Nixon emphasizes the importance of using anecdotal stories from constituent letters to connect with the public, arguing that personal narratives are more effective than abstract policy discussions. The two reflect on favorable press coverage and the necessity of mobilizing public opinion to support the administration's economic program.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his close friend and confidant, Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo. The interaction served solely as a logistical request to facilitate the connection between the President and Rebozo. No other policy matters or administrative business were discussed during this brief communication.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephonic request through the White House operator to reach his Chief of Staff, H.R. Haldeman. The exchange serves solely as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication with a key advisor. No substantive policy discussions or decision-making occurs during this connection attempt.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:58 pm and 9:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with his special counsel, Charles W. Colson. The brief exchange served exclusively as a logistical step to initiate the communication between the President and his aide. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief request for assistance.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:58 pm and 9:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a call to reach H. R. Haldeman regarding his personal schedule but rescinded the request upon learning that Haldeman was attending a concert. The President instructed the operator not to interrupt him or facilitate a return call, effectively canceling the effort to reach his Chief of Staff. This brief interaction concludes without any substantive policy discussion or administrative action.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:58 pm and 9:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to contact him once H. R. Haldeman arrived at his destination. The brief exchange served to coordinate communication channels between the President and his Chief of Staff. No further policy or strategic matters were discussed during this connection.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 9:03 pm to 9:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson spoke shortly after Nixon delivered a nationally televised address outlining his Phase II economic controls. Colson relayed positive feedback from various observers, including pollster Louis Harris and Senator Barry Goldwater, who praised the President’s display of decisive leadership and strength. They also discussed the effective use of personal letters in the speech to humanize the administration's economic policies and briefly addressed the President's interest in potentially making a surprise visit to a concert at the Kennedy Center.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles G. ("Bebe") Rebozo talked on the telephone from 9:09 pm to 9:11 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with his close confidant Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo. The interaction consists entirely of withdrawn material designated as personal and returnable. Consequently, no substantive policy discussions, political developments, or action items are available for historical analysis.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 9:17 pm to 9:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss potential evening entertainment options at the Kennedy Center. Colson clarifies the scheduling of Eugene Ormandy’s performance at Constitution Hall and identifies the current acts at the Kennedy Center, specifically the Alvin Ailey Dance Theatre and the Chamber Orchestra of Mexico City. Nixon expresses skepticism regarding the appeal of the current Kennedy Center programming, prompting Colson to offer to conduct further research on the events.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:20 pm and 9:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone communication through the White House operator to contact evangelist William F. “Billy” Graham. The primary purpose of this interaction was to facilitate a direct conversation between the President and Graham. No further substantive policy matters or decisions were recorded during this brief connection attempt.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and William F. ("Billy") Graham talked on the telephone from 9:40 pm to 9:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon and Billy Graham discuss the President's recent public performance and the political fallout surrounding a press story targeting Charles "Bebe" Rebozo. The conversation touches upon the President's upcoming trip to West Virginia and the inclusion of Treasury Secretary John Connally in future travel plans. Graham also seeks assurance regarding the content of remarks he intends to make about his relationship with the President, which Nixon encourages him to deliver without prior vetting.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:44 pm and 9:52 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to request a connection to Charles W. Colson. This administrative interaction serves as a routine coordination effort to facilitate direct communication between the President and his special counsel. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief request.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 9:52 pm to 9:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss a military band concert being held at the Kennedy Center, prompted by conflicting reports regarding the event's nature and media coverage from the Washington Post. Nixon directs Colson to verify the event's dress code and private status, expressing potential interest in attending the end of the performance if appropriate. Colson agrees to investigate the details immediately and report back to the President.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:53 pm and 11:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the logistics of the President’s last-minute attendance at a performance by the Interservice Symphonic band at the Kennedy Center. Colson provides details regarding the dress code and composition of the audience to ensure the President feels comfortable appearing in a business suit. Nixon ultimately decides to attend and directs Colson to notify the event organizers to hold the presidential box for his arrival within ten minutes.
On October 7, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:35 pm and 11:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman debriefed on the President’s recent attendance at the Kennedy Center, focusing specifically on the protocol for his theatrical arrivals. They discussed the effectiveness of coordinating his entrance to coincide with the National Anthem or musical intervals to maximize impact. Additionally, they briefly touched upon the President’s recent company in the presidential box, acknowledging the political value of hosting figures like Alexander Haig.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:45 am to 9:46 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting with John D. Ehrlichman in the Oval Office. Due to the lack of an available transcript or audio clarity, the specific subject matter and any resulting directives remain undocumented in the historical record. This session reflects the routine, often rapid nature of executive consultation between the President and his senior staff.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:46 am to 10:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to review the public and media reception of the President's recent economic speech, concluding that the coverage across major television networks was unexpectedly positive. They discussed the administration's ongoing negotiations with labor leader George Meany regarding the structure of the Wage Board and the Cost of Living Council, with Nixon expressing frustration over Meany's opposition and considering whether to proceed without labor union cooperation. The conversation also touched upon logistical preparations for upcoming travel to West Virginia and the scheduling of events at Camp David for visitors.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John N. Mitchell, John D. Ehrlichman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:04 am to 10:47 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John Mitchell and John Ehrlichman to discuss high-level personnel and policy matters, specifically focusing on potential Supreme Court nominees, school busing legislation, and tensions regarding FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover. The group evaluated candidates such as Robert C. Byrd and Howard H. Baker Jr., while also debating the merits of a constitutional amendment versus legislative action to address court-ordered busing. Additionally, the President and his advisors addressed the secure handling of sensitive files related to the Pentagon Papers investigation and contemplated how to manage Hoover’s increasingly difficult tenure.
On October 8, 1971, Stephen B. Bull, Charlotte T. Reid, Mrs. Edward C. Thompson, Edward T. Reid, Susan Reid, George Lindner, H. A. Barker, Mrs. H. A. Barker, Lambert Oschsenschlager, Mrs. Lambert Oschsenschlager, Dean Burch, Donald H. Rumsfeld, Frederic V. Malek, Frank Nebeker, White House photographer, and President Richard M. Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:47 am to 10:55 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Charlotte T. Reid and her family, along with several officials including Donald Rumsfeld and Dean Burch, to conduct a swearing-in ceremony for Reid. During the proceedings, the President offered formal congratulations and presented gifts to commemorate the occasion. Nixon also took the opportunity to explain his rationale for Reid's appointment, emphasizing that it was based on merit and capability rather than gender.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:55 am and 10:58 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield to discuss the logistics of an upcoming engagement involving CIA Director Richard M. Helms. The brief exchange focused on coordinating the Director's return and ensuring the administration's readiness for a significant, unspecified event. The conversation emphasizes the President's reliance on Butterfield to manage the sensitivities and execution of this task.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, John D. Ehrlichman, Richard M. Helms, Stephen B. Bull, David M. Kennedy, Henry A. Kissinger, Peter G. Peterson, Ronald L. Ziegler, unknown person(s), and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:58 am to 12:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman and CIA Director Richard Helms to discuss the President's access to sensitive, classified intelligence documents, specifically concerning past operations like the Bay of Pigs and the assassination of Ngo Dinh Diem. Nixon emphasized his need for full information regarding historical foreign policy and intelligence "dirty tricks" to prepare for upcoming diplomatic negotiations and to manage political exposure. Following this, Nixon met with David Kennedy, Henry Kissinger, and Peter Peterson to strategize on high-stakes textile trade negotiations with Japan, where they aimed to secure an agreement by applying pressure while maintaining the credibility of the U.S. position.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:12 pm and 12:17 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and H. R. Haldeman to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and manage press relations regarding Wayne Hays. The discussion also included administrative logistics involving Charles E. Lucet and a scheduled lunch briefing with F. Edward Hebert. The meeting focused primarily on operational scheduling and the handling of key political figures.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Wayne Woodrow ("Woody") Hays, Sherman Lloyd, Rene Chazelle, Jacqueline Thome-Patentore, Jean Boinvilliers, Pierre-Bernard Couste, Isadore Renouard, Pierre Billotte, Madame Solange Troisier, Manuel Lujan, Jr., Robert Moinet, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Richard K. Cook, and Charles E. Lucet met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:18 pm to 12:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a delegation of French legislators and U.S. Congressman Wayne Hays in the Oval Office to discuss the relationship between French and American legislative bodies. The President extended a formal welcome, emphasizing the importance of international cooperation and sharing his perspectives on the legislative process. The brief meeting concluded with informal pleasantries and the President discussing his upcoming travel schedule to West Virginia.
On October 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:28 pm to 12:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate logistics for a scheduled appearance with college presidents. Butterfield provided a briefing regarding an event involving Dr. Jerome H. Jaffe and the students assembled at the South Portico. The participants finalized the sequence of movements to ensure the President was positioned to observe the group before his formal arrival.
On October 8, 1971, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:30 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 587-011 of the White House Tapes.
This recording consists of a brief, 103-second segment of audio captured in the Oval Office involving unidentified participants. Due to significant background noise and technical interference, the substance of the meeting remains inaudible. Consequently, no specific policy topics, strategic decisions, or actionable items were recovered from this segment.