36 conversations found
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:48 am and 9:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to review the President's upcoming daily schedule and internal communications. The discussion focused on coordinating a planned meeting with H.R. Haldeman and reviewing the morning's news summary. No major policy decisions were reached during this administrative briefing.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:48 am and 9:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to request a specific receipt. During the brief exchange, the President focused on administrative tasks related to document retrieval. The meeting concluded with Bull carrying out the President's request for the document.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Stephen B. Bull, unknown person(s), and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:00 am to 10:01 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman to coordinate the end-of-session legislative strategy, including maneuvering around the debt ceiling and potential vetoes of the water bill. The group discussed the 1972 campaign, specifically criticizing Senator Charles Percy for his public antagonism toward the White House and strategizing on how to support primary opponents like Roman Pucinski. Additionally, they reviewed sensitive foreign policy developments regarding Vietnam negotiations and leaks, while also managing the President’s logistical schedule, including upcoming radio addresses and security protocols for telephone access.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, staff, and physicians from a delegation from the People's Republic of China, including Henry A. Kissinger, Stephen B. Bull, Dr. John Hogness, Dr. John R. Kernodle, Dr. Edward E. David, Jr., Dr. Walter R. Tkach, James H. Cavanaugh, unknown person(s), Dr. Wu Wei-jan, Dr. Fu Yi-chen, Dr. Lin Chiao-chih, Dr. Wu Hsueh-yu, Dr. Li Yen-shan, Dr. Chu Chuan-yan, Dr. Liu Shih-lien, Dr. Han Jui, Dr. Chou Kuan-han, Dr. Chang Shu-shun, Dr. Hsu Chia-yu, Wang Lien-sheng, Lu Tsung-ming, and Tai Tseng-yi, members of the press, and the White House photographer, met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:03 am to 10:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with a delegation of medical professionals from the People's Republic of China to discuss ongoing scientific and medical exchanges, a topic previously addressed during his trip to Beijing. Following the delegation's departure, Nixon and Henry Kissinger transitioned to a private discussion regarding sensitive geopolitical negotiations. They reviewed the status of U.S.-Soviet trade and maritime agreements and engaged in a detailed, strategic planning session concerning the impending Vietnam War settlement. Kissinger outlined a high-stakes itinerary involving visits to Saigon and Hanoi, aimed at finalizing a ceasefire agreement before the 1972 election while maintaining operational secrecy and managing the potential political fallout.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:39 am and 10:42 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his daily schedule and manage upcoming briefings. They discussed the logistics surrounding Henry Kissinger's return and scheduled meetings with John D. Ehrlichman and William E. Timmons. Additionally, the President requested that Alexander Butterfield deliver a revised speech draft to the Oval Office for his review.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:39 am and 10:42 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate logistical arrangements regarding the President's upcoming travel plans. The primary focus was the President's tentative departure for Camp David and potential schedule adjustments contingent upon the status of Congressional adjournment. Ultimately, they concluded that the President would remain in Washington for dinner if the Congressional situation remained unresolved.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:42 am and 10:58 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-044 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a telephone call to speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. This brief administrative interaction served as the initiation of a direct communication line between the President and a key member of his staff. No further policy discussion or substantive deliberation occurred during this brief request.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, John D. Ehrlichman, and William E. Timmons met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:42 am to 10:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with John Ehrlichman and William Timmons to strategize on congressional adjournment and potential vetoes of key legislation, specifically a costly water bill and H.R. 1. The President expressed frustration with the spending implications of these bills and debated whether to sign them, veto them immediately, or force a stalemate to pressure Congress. Ultimately, Nixon decided to gamble by withholding action and stalling, intending to blame Congress for the resulting legislative gridlock and budget issues if they were forced to return from recess for an override attempt.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:56 am and 10:58 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to provide specific instructions regarding administrative or scheduling matters. The brief encounter focused on the direct delegation of tasks from the President to his staff. No further details regarding the nature of the instructions were recorded.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:56 am and 10:58 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to facilitate an outgoing communication. This interaction served a logistical purpose, as the President utilized the operator's services to initiate a phone call. No substantive policy discussions or major administrative decisions occurred during this brief exchange.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Raymond K. Price, Jr. talked on the telephone from 10:58 am to 11:01 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-045 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. discuss the final preparations for an upcoming radio address concerning crime and drug abuse. Nixon provides specific directives to redact identifying details from a personal letter used in the speech to protect the sender's privacy and manage potential press inquiries. Additionally, they reach a decision to postpone work on a proposed speech regarding education to prioritize other pending communications.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Raymond K. Price, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:58 am to 11:01 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. discuss the final draft of a televised address, specifically addressing concerns regarding word count and broadcast timing requirements for the Committee to Re-elect the President. Nixon mandates changes to a personal anecdote in the speech, ordering the removal of his brother David's name to maintain anonymity and avoid press scrutiny. The two also coordinate the scheduling of upcoming meetings related to the drafting process.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:01 am and 11:17 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to review the status of pending peace negotiations with North Vietnam and assess the viability of the proposed agreement. Kissinger walked the President through the deal's key provisions, including ceasefire terms, prisoner releases, the removal of U.S. mines, and the withdrawal of military personnel. The two discussed the political implications for South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu, ultimately deciding that a post-election meeting between Nixon and Thieu would be necessary to manage regional tensions and solidify the settlement.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:19 am to 11:31 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to strategize on ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations, specifically addressing the sensitive issue of prisoner release and the potential for post-settlement civilian violence. Nixon emphasized that despite his upcoming re-election, he lacked a mandate to continue the war and urged Kissinger to pressure South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu into accepting the proposed agreement. The President planned to offer Thieu significant long-term economic and military support, suggesting a high-profile meeting at the Western White House in San Clemente to project a unified front and secure Thieu's cooperation.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Timofey B. Guzhenko, Anatoliy F. Dobrynin, Peter G. Peterson, Peter M. Flanigan, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:33 am to 11:53 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Soviet Minister of Merchant Marine Timofey B. Guzhenko and Ambassador Anatoliy F. Dobrynin to discuss the resolution of a difficult maritime agreement between the two nations. Nixon emphasized the broader diplomatic importance of the deal, framing it as a constructive step toward improved political relations and greater cooperation at sea. The discussion also included social exchanges regarding the recent positive reception of Julie Nixon Eisenhower aboard a Soviet ship in Baltimore and invitations for the President's family to travel to the Soviet Union.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:53 am and 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review the President's upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating a subsequent meeting involving key staff members Raymond K. Price, Jr., John D. Ehrlichman, and H.R. Haldeman. This brief encounter served to finalize the President's immediate administrative agenda for the day.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, Raymond K. Price, Jr., John D. Ehrlichman, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Manolo Sanchez, and David C. Hoopes met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:57 am to 1:27 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, John Ehrlichman, Raymond Price, and other staff members to coordinate his campaign messaging and media strategy for the final weeks of the 1972 election. The discussion centered on drafting a series of radio speeches covering foreign policy, economic issues, and social concerns, specifically addressing paternalism and property tax reform for the elderly. Nixon emphasized maintaining a non-partisan, uplifting tone in his speeches and decided against directly attacking George McGovern, opting instead to focus on his own "New American Majority" and the broader philosophy of his administration.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:27 pm and 1:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 798-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss logistical details regarding the President's upcoming schedule. The brief exchange centered on coordinating arrangements for Nixon's movement to and presence at the Executive Office Building. No further policy or administrative decisions were recorded during this short encounter.
On October 14, 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 1:30 pm and 1:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 366-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss matters related to Camp David. The conversation centered on the logistical and personal management of the presidential retreat. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
On October 14, 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 1:30 pm and 1:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 366-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Camp David. The discussion focused on transportation arrangements, specifically instructing Sanchez to travel via helicopter to follow the President. The two also briefly addressed the disposition of food and a pending request regarding staffer Charles W. Colson.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, Manolo Sanchez, John D. Ehrlichman, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 1:40 pm to 2:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 366-009 of the White House Tapes.
In this meeting, President Nixon met with Charles Colson, Manolo Sanchez, and John Ehrlichman to discuss political strategy and campaign messaging for the 1972 election. The discussion centered on managing legislative issues, such as potential vetoes of social spending bills, and neutralizing corruption allegations related to the Watergate scandal. Participants also reviewed the effectiveness of campaign rhetoric against George McGovern, focusing on his foreign policy positions and the authenticity of anti-war statements, while strategizing on how to appeal to specific labor and ethnic constituencies.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:45 pm and 3:46 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief communication with the Camp David operator from the Aspen Lodge. The exchange serves as a routine administrative request regarding the operation of the telephone system. No substantive political or policy discussions occur during this brief interaction.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:45 pm and 3:46 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 149-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to facilitate a telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. This brief exchange served as a logistical request for the operator to connect the President to his family member. No further policy or administrative matters were addressed during this interaction.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 3:46 pm to 3:49 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, coordinate domestic plans and social arrangements for their stay at Camp David. The conversation focuses on scheduling meals, potential plans to watch a movie, and logistical coordination for guests. The President ensures his daughter and her husband, Eddie Cox, are accommodated comfortably during their visit.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone at Camp David from 3:46 pm to 3:49 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 149-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox discussed the logistics and reception of the President's recent campaign travels through Missouri and West Virginia. They reviewed the public sentiment toward his re-election campaign in those states and touched upon the itinerary for Tricia’s husband, Edward Cox. Additionally, the conversation included brief updates on the President’s upcoming radio address and their personal social plans for dinner and a movie.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:49 pm and 3:50 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator from the Aspen Lodge study to address routine communication needs. The interaction served as a brief administrative exchange facilitated by the facility's hard-wired taping system. No substantive policy discussions or significant political developments were recorded during this brief transmission.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:49 pm and 3:50 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 149-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone request through the Camp David operator to be connected with domestic affairs advisor John D. Ehrlichman. The call served as a logistical step to facilitate direct communication between the President and his senior aide. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this interaction as it was strictly an administrative task to establish contact.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 3:50 pm to 3:53 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss the strategic benefits of a 20% federal spending limitation, noting its utility in enforcing bureaucratic discipline and shifting blame to Congress. They also coordinate a planned appearance in Philadelphia, framing the event as a non-gimmicky, bipartisan return to constitutional principles. Finally, they briefly address the ongoing political fallout and potential witness appearances related to the Watergate-linked hearings involving John Mitchell and others.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman talked on the telephone at Camp David from 3:50 pm to 3:53 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 149-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Ehrlichman discuss political strategy, focusing on the tactical advantages of a 20% federal spending limitation and planning for an upcoming revenue-sharing ceremony in Philadelphia with Mayor Frank Rizzo. The conversation also addresses the status of congressional adjournment regarding the debt ceiling and welfare legislation, as well as concerns regarding potential Watergate-related hearings by Senator James O. Eastland. They discuss the necessity of protecting the White House via executive privilege while acknowledging that individuals like John Mitchell might be compelled to testify.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David from 4:05 pm to 4:30 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met at Camp David to discuss the 1972 reelection campaign strategy, specifically focusing on the timing of a potential Vietnam War peace settlement. Nixon expressed concerns that a premature announcement could jeopardize his political standing, concluding that peace negotiations should remain independent of election-year pressures to avoid appearing politically motivated. The discussion also included a detailed review of various state-level polls and campaign operations, with both men expressing confidence in the President's significant lead over George McGovern.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 4:30 pm and 7:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, at Camp David to attend to personal matters. During the brief interaction, the President requested a drink and inquired about Sanchez's health. This discussion reflects the informal, private nature of their professional relationship while the President was in residence at the retreat.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 5:06 pm and 7:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief administrative interaction with the Camp David operator from the Aspen Lodge study. The conversation is limited to a routine request regarding telephone connectivity or communication services. No substantive policy matters or major historical developments were addressed during this exchange.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 5:06 pm and 7:40 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 149-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the Camp David operator to facilitate an urgent phone call to his Assistant for Domestic Affairs, John D. Ehrlichman. The brief interaction served as a logistical request to establish communication with a key advisor during the President's stay at the retreat. No substantive policy matters were discussed during this specific exchange.
President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:17 pm on October 14, 1972 and 9:16 am on October 15, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, at Camp David to discuss logistical arrangements and the personal schedule of Tricia Nixon Cox and Edward R. F. Cox. The discussion focused on coordinating the departure of the Coxes from the presidential retreat. Sanchez was tasked with facilitating these movements and overseeing the relevant staff members.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:17 pm and 7:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 220-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with a Camp David operator to address an issue with the facility's telephone connectivity. The brief exchange served as a troubleshooting effort to resolve communication difficulties at the Aspen Lodge. No significant policy decisions or substantive political matters were addressed during this technical interaction.
On October 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:17 pm and 7:40 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 149-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon communicated with the Camp David operator to coordinate a secure telephone call with John D. Ehrlichman. The operator notified the President that Ehrlichman would be reachable by phone within fifteen minutes. This interaction served primarily as a logistics bridge to facilitate a subsequent, more substantive discussion between Nixon and his top domestic policy advisor.