28 conversations found
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:37 pm and 7:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinated scheduling logistics for the President's upcoming trip to Florida and Pat Nixon's attendance at the Rose Parade, while discussing various personnel and administrative matters. They reviewed potential candidates for FBI leadership, specifically debating the merits of Richard B. Ogilvie over Evelle J. Younger, and strategized on managing Robert Dole and George H.W. Bush regarding political appointments. Additionally, the pair assessed the positive public reception of Peter J. Brennan's appointment as Labor Secretary and discussed concerns raised by Alexander M. Haig Jr. regarding Henry Kissinger's psychological state and need for a vacation following the conclusion of Vietnam peace negotiations.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:49 pm and 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator in an attempt to reach General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. Upon learning that Haig was away from his desk, the President instructed the operator to have Haig call him back upon his return. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief administrative exchange.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:49 pm and 7:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent connection to Alexander M. Haig, Jr. via a secure communications channel. This brief exchange served as a logistical instruction to initiate a direct line of communication with his deputy assistant. The primary action item was the successful establishment of this secure link.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. talked on the telephone from 7:53 pm to 7:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig coordinated an upcoming meeting involving General Robert E. Cushman, Jr. and the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The pair discussed the ongoing, difficult Vietnam peace negotiations, emphasizing the necessity of maintaining a firm stance against South Vietnamese resistance to ensure progress before the January 3 deadline. Nixon instructed Haig to monitor Henry Kissinger’s efforts during their forthcoming mission to Paris to ensure the negotiations remained on track.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:57 pm and 7:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to request an outgoing call to H. R. Haldeman. The brief exchange was limited to the President issuing instructions for the operator to connect him with his Chief of Staff. No further substantive discussion occurred during this short communication.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone communication through the White House operator to request an outgoing call to Charles W. Colson. The exchange serves as a logistical coordination to facilitate direct contact between the President and his special counsel. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief request for operator assistance.
On November 29, 1972, the White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 7:57 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-146 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested a telephone connection with special counsel Charles W. Colson to discuss administrative or political matters. Upon learning that Colson was currently commuting, the President authorized the operator to instruct Colson to return the call once he reached home. This brief exchange served solely as a logistical arrangement to facilitate a future private conversation between the two men.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 7:58 pm to 7:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed coordinating First Lady Pat Nixon’s solo attendance at the Rose Parade. The President directed Haldeman to ensure the invitation from Herbert G. Klein was properly extended to facilitate her travel from Florida for the event. Haldeman committed to managing the necessary logistics to finalize the appearance.
On November 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson talked on the telephone from 8:12 pm to 8:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles Colson discuss the overwhelmingly positive reception to the appointment of Peter J. Brennan as Secretary of Labor, noting his effective television appearance and the strategic appeal of his "hardhat" background to the administration's constituency. The two strategize on organizational changes within the Department of Labor, specifically targeting the removal of Bureau of Labor Statistics personnel and the potential recruitment of George D. Webster for a position within the IRS. Additionally, Colson provides an update on the final 1972 election results, expressing confidence that the President's victory margin will remain at 61.1 percent.
President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone on an unknown date, sometime between 8:20 pm on November 29, 1972 and 7:51 pm on December 4, 1972. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to Colonel Richard T. Kennedy. The brief interaction served as an administrative request to facilitate communication between the President and the Colonel. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief exchange.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Zosimo T. Monzon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:32 am and 8:34 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Zosimo T. Monzon met to coordinate the administrative processing of presidential correspondence and official White House mail. The discussion focused on establishing protocols for drafting, reviewing, and tracking responses to ensure letters were not duplicated or handled improperly. Additionally, the group briefly addressed logistical matters concerning the maintenance and condition of official pens used by the President.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, Zosimo T. Monzon, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:34 am to 9:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Stephen B. Bull, and Zosimo T. Monzon to discuss a wide range of administrative, personal, and scheduling matters. Key topics included office supply procurement, preparations for the 1973 Inauguration, holiday travel plans, and the management of family-related requests. The President also discussed foreign visitor scheduling, the selection of state gifts, and personnel issues involving members of his extended family.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:17 am to 10:13 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler, H. R. Haldeman, Henry Kissinger, and Stephen Bull to coordinate the second-term reorganization of the State Department and other federal agencies. The group discussed managing press leaks, the implementation of a 'youth movement' to bring fresh talent into government, and the strategic replacement of several senior officials, including the transition of leadership at the Republican National Committee from Robert Dole to George H. W. Bush. Additionally, the President reviewed the status of Vietnam peace negotiations with Kissinger, emphasizing the need for strict confidentiality and preparing contingency plans for responding to potential North Vietnamese treaty violations.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Melvin R. Laird, [David] Kenneth Rush, Adm. Thomas H. Moorer, Adm. Elmo R. Zumwalt, Jr., Gen. Robert E. Cushman, Jr., Gen. Creighton W. Abrams, Jr., Gen. Horace M. Wade, Henry A. Kissinger, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Alexander P. Butterfield, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:14 am to 11:34 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his senior military and national security leadership, including Henry Kissinger, Melvin Laird, and the Joint Chiefs of Staff, to align the administration on the status and defense of pending Vietnam peace negotiations. The discussion focused on the current terms of the settlement agreement, the importance of maintaining public and congressional support, and the necessity of contingency planning should North Vietnam violate the terms. Nixon emphasized that the agreement was the best obtainable outcome and instructed his team to present a unified, positive front while preparing for potential retaliatory actions if the cease-fire collapsed.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office. The brief interaction focused on the service of coffee. No significant policy discussions or administrative developments occurred during this exchange.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Zosimo T. Monzon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Zosimo T. Monzon in the Oval Office to briefly discuss scheduling logistics and coordination regarding personnel located in the Roosevelt Room. The conversation focused on directing individuals, including John D. Ehrlichman, to adjust their positioning to avoid potential interference with ongoing proceedings. The exchange concluded with the participants coordinating the movement of staff members before Monzon departed the office.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was planning an appointment with the President's daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. No further administrative actions or policy decisions were recorded during this brief logistical consultation.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical adjustments to his official schedule. The discussion centered on delaying a meeting with Nguyen Phu Duc and arranging the timing for a presidential helicopter trip to Florida. Nixon provided specific instructions for Bull to relay to Henry Kissinger regarding these itinerary changes.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull coordinated the scheduling of several urgent meetings, specifically involving Henry Kissinger, Nguyen Phu Duc, and Tricia Nixon Cox. Nixon instructed Bull to arrange a noon meeting with Kissinger and to determine if his daughter could visit the Oval Office immediately or receive a telephone call instead. The conversation focused on managing the President's immediate agenda and ensuring clear lines of communication with his staff and family.
On November 30, 1972, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-019 of the White House Tapes.
This recording captures a brief, unidentified interaction in the Oval Office between President Nixon and unknown participants. Due to the lack of intelligible content in the transcript, no substantive policy discussions, decisions, or action items can be identified. The meeting concluded without a clear record of its purpose or the identity of the attendees.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:34 am and 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to conclude a budget discussion and review his upcoming schedule, specifically regarding a meeting with Nguyen Phu Duc. Following Bull's departure, Alexander P. Butterfield entered to facilitate a meeting between the President and George P. Shultz. Nixon instructed Butterfield to delay his helicopter departure so that Shultz could accompany him for an informal walk.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, Stephen B. Bull, and Jeanne Wilson Davis met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:49 am to 12:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, and NSC staffer Jeanne Wilson Davis to plan Tricia's upcoming private travel itinerary through the Soviet Union, the Middle East, and Europe. The President provided specific guidance on balancing public appearances with private exploration, advising against university visits to avoid potential heckling while emphasizing cultural and historical sites. Additionally, they briefly discussed staffing arrangements for First Lady Pat Nixon, with the President offering support for maintaining her current team.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:10 pm and 12:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the logistics of procuring high-end gifts, specifically music boxes, for cabinet members and major political contributors. Nixon reviews song lists for the boxes and instructs Woods to coordinate orders while maintaining discretion regarding the recipients. The pair also considers the acquisition of high-quality writing pads during Woods' upcoming trip to New York to ensure appropriate presidential gift-giving materials.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:10 pm and 12:15 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discussed the preparation of reading materials and folders for his upcoming travel. The President ensured that all necessary documents were secured in his briefcase for his scheduled trip, which included meetings with George P. Shultz and Henry Kissinger. They briefly coordinated the logistics of managing his paperwork while he remained occupied with official duties during his time away.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:15 pm to 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discussed the ongoing negotiations regarding the Vietnam settlement agreement and the status of diplomatic communications with South Vietnamese officials, Nguyen Phu Duc and Tran Kim Phuong. Nixon emphasized his firm position that the North Vietnamese must accept the existing terms, ruling out further changes to the agreement. Furthermore, they considered the strategic necessity of a direct meeting between Nixon and President Nguyen Van Thieu to reinforce U.S. commitments regarding retaliatory action against potential cease-fire violations.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Henry A. Kissinger, Nguyen Phu Duc, Tran Kim Phuong, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Stephen B. Bull, White House photographer, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:17 pm to 1:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger, Alexander Haig, and South Vietnamese representatives Nguyen Phu Duc and Tran Kim Phuong to finalize the U.S. position on Vietnam peace negotiations. Nixon emphasized that the U.S. would not continue military or economic aid if the South Vietnamese government rejected the current settlement framework, stressing that congressional opposition made further support unsustainable. The President proposed a meeting with President Nguyen Van Thieu at Midway to provide personal assurances of U.S. retaliation against potential North Vietnamese ceasefire violations, while instructing his team to continue pressuring Saigon to accept the agreement terms.
On November 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, Stephen B. Bull, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Henry A. Kissinger met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:11 pm to 1:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, Henry Kissinger, and key staff members met to discuss communication strategy and the status of ongoing peace negotiations. The discussion focused on managing public perception regarding diplomatic briefings and the potential implications of Congressional opposition to current foreign policy goals. Kissinger affirmed that the administration had achieved more success than initially projected, while the group considered the risks and tactical necessity of continuing high-level diplomatic meetings.
On November 30, 1972, United States Secret Service agents and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:19 pm and 1:22 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 817-018 of the White House Tapes.
Stephen B. Bull met with Secret Service agents in the Oval Office to facilitate a brief administrative or security-related transition. The exchange consisted of repetitive, procedural language indicating the formal transfer of responsibility or access for the room. No substantive policy discussions occurred, as the participants concluded their business within three minutes.