47 conversations found
On December 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, and Manolo Sanchez talked on the telephone from 8:51 pm to 8:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-067 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler regarding a strategy to secure increased television coverage for the White House Christmas decorations. Nixon directed Ziegler to arrange a tour of the festive displays, led by either First Lady Pat Nixon or Julie Nixon Eisenhower, specifically requesting that the broadcast feature the decor rather than include a presidential interview. Ziegler agreed to coordinate with NBC and Barbara Walters to facilitate the filming, aiming for a segment that would capture the aesthetic of the decorations while excluding the President from any on-camera dialogue.
On December 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:54 pm and 8:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-068 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate an urgent communication with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. The brief exchange served solely as a logistical request to establish a telephone connection with the General. No further policy or strategic matters were discussed during this short administrative interaction.
On December 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. talked on the telephone from 8:55 pm to 9:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-069 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discuss the deteriorating status of Vietnam peace negotiations and the necessity of resuming military action to break the current diplomatic impasse. They determine that Henry Kissinger’s suggestion to continue talks in Paris into January is unacceptable, as it would expose the administration to charges of deceit. Instead, they decide to move forward with aggressive military measures, including mining and bombing, while framing the escalation as a necessary response to North Vietnam’s failure to return American prisoners of war. To ensure internal unity, they plan a small, private National Security Council meeting to align key advisors like Secretary of State William Rogers and Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird on this strategy.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Ronald L. Ziegler, Stephen B. Bull, Henry A. Kissinger, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., White House photographer, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House from 9:59 am to 11:46 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his key advisors, including Henry Kissinger, Alexander Haig, and H.R. Haldeman, to discuss the deteriorating state of Vietnam peace negotiations following North Vietnamese intransigence and bad faith. Kissinger detailed the tactics used by the North Vietnamese, including reneging on previously agreed-upon points and introducing new, unacceptable demands, which led to an impasse. The group resolved to maintain a firm posture, agreeing to intensify military pressure through bombing campaigns while carefully managing public relations to ensure the responsibility for the stalled peace process remained with the North Vietnamese. Nixon decided against a televised address at that moment, opting for a low-key briefing to frame the situation as a failure of communist cooperation rather than a total breakdown of talks.
On December 14, 1972, the White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:49 am and 11:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, informal check-in with the White House operator to facilitate immediate communication needs. The discussion functioned as a logistical coordination point to bridge the President with other individuals or offices. No specific policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative interaction.
On December 14, 1972, the White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:49 am and 11:54 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-151 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and a White House operator coordinated a phone call for the President to speak with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The operator informed Nixon that Julie was currently on the line with her husband, David Eisenhower. Consequently, the President instructed the operator to call him back once Julie’s line became available.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:49 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief administrative interaction with the White House operator to facilitate official communication. The discussion served as a logistical bridge to connect the President with other parties via the White House telephone system. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this brief exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:49 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-070 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place a personal telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The brief exchange served solely to facilitate this communication. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this connection.
On December 14, 1972, the White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:54 am and 11:55 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-152 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone call to his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, through a White House operator. Upon learning that she was unavailable for the next hour or more, the President opted to leave a message. The interaction served as a logistical attempt to coordinate communication regarding Tricia’s current schedule.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief communication with the White House operator from the Oval Office. The interaction focused on facilitating telephonic connections for the President. No further substantive policy or administrative matters were recorded during this brief exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:54 am and 11:55 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual. Given the extremely short duration and lack of available documentation, no specific topics, policy decisions, or action items could be determined from the recording. This interaction remains an inconclusive entry in the White House taping system.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:54 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-071 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated a call to the White House operator to be connected with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, who was in London. This brief communication served solely as a logistical request to establish contact with his family member. No policy matters or official developments were discussed during this exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, Manolo Sanchez, Stephen B. Bull, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:55 am to 12:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and other staff to review administrative reorganizations, personnel appointments for his second term, and preparations for his upcoming meeting with Senator John Stennis. The discussion focused on shifting away from internal promotions, with specific deliberations on staffing the CIA, identifying potential female candidates for government roles, and reevaluating the use of military aides in social settings. Nixon emphasized a desire for a more "hard-nosed" approach to congressional relations and requested that his team focus on political strategy rather than traditional gift-giving or ceremonial scheduling.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 12:01 pm to 12:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-072 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate social scheduling and personal arrangements during this call. The President tasks Julie with extending a dinner invitation to Rose Mary Woods and facilitates plans for a dinner with Alice Roosevelt Longworth by asking Julie to consult with First Lady Pat Nixon. Additionally, they briefly discuss David Eisenhower's new employment and coordinate logistics regarding the First Lady's upcoming travel plans to California.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Hugh Scott, and William E. Timmons met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:32 pm to 1:02 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Senator Hugh Scott and William Timmons to discuss legislative strategy, Republican leadership roles, and the status of ongoing Vietnam peace negotiations as the administration prepared for the 93rd Congress. The President emphasized his desire to unify Republican political operations under George H.W. Bush and Bill Brock, while addressing concerns about party performance in the 1972 elections. Nixon also signaled his intent to maintain military pressure on North Vietnam to secure a favorable peace settlement and underscored the importance of bipartisan communication to manage Congress on spending and key policy initiatives.
On December 14, 1972, the White House operator, Alexander P. Butterfield, President Richard M. Nixon, and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 1:02 pm to 1:05 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-073 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief telephone conversation with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, to discuss her ongoing trip to the United Kingdom. Nixon provided her with specific messages of support to convey to British Prime Minister Edward Heath and noted his intention to reach out to J. Paul Getty for his 80th birthday. The President also briefly touched upon the status of Vietnam peace negotiations, emphasizing his commitment to maintaining pressure until a resolution is reached.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:02 pm to 1:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon speaks with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, to check in on her recent travel experiences and social engagements in Britain. During the conversation, Nixon discusses international political resilience and offers encouragement for a message to be relayed to a British political contact regarding political perseverance. They also touch upon diplomatic relations and the President's personal fondness for J. Paul Getty.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:05 pm and 1:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss upcoming administrative arrangements and scheduling. The discussion briefly touched upon the President's scheduled meeting with H.R. Haldeman and concluded with instructions regarding personal items, specifically the retrieval of the President’s cuffs. This brief interaction served as a coordination of immediate logistical and personal needs during the workday.
On December 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 1:05 pm and 1:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a long-distance call to London. The purpose of this communication was to reach Paul A. in recognition of his 80th birthday. The operator acknowledged the request, initiating the logistical task of connecting the President to his party abroad.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:05 pm and 1:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-074 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to initiate a call to J. Paul Getty in London. The purpose of this communication was for the President to extend birthday wishes to Getty in honor of his 80th birthday. The operator confirmed the request and proceeded to facilitate the international connection.
On December 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 1:05 pm and 1:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief request for the White House operator to connect him with a contact identified as Joy. This brief interaction serves as a routine administrative communication to facilitate a follow-up phone call. No substantive policy discussions or major decisions occurred during this brief exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:05 pm and 1:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-075 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. This brief administrative interaction was initiated solely to facilitate personal communication between the President and his family. No policy matters or substantive governmental issues were addressed during the brief exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:05 pm and 1:25 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the administrative reorganization for the second term, which included staff reductions and reassigning personnel to cabinet departments to improve efficiency. They discussed managing the East Wing and the role of Julie Nixon Eisenhower in assisting with transitions, as well as preparations for the 1973 Inauguration, including speechwriting and inaugural events. Additionally, the President reviewed his strategy for Vietnam negotiations, focusing on a proposal to link the cessation of bombing and troop withdrawal to the return of American prisoners of war.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 1:07 pm to 1:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-076 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate holiday social engagements and confirm the inclusion of key guests like Rose Mary Woods and Alice Roosevelt Longworth. The discussion focuses on ensuring proper dinner invitations to prevent potential interpersonal friction and finalizing informal meal plans. Additionally, the pair briefly touches upon the logistical status of a refrigerator repair being managed by Rex Scouten.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:39 pm and 2:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-077 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to connect him with William E. Timmons, then serving as the Assistant to the President for Congressional Relations. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a telephone communication with Timmons. No further policy discussions or substantive developments were recorded in this initial contact.
On December 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 1:39 pm and 2:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to discuss adjustments to his daily schedule and administrative tasks. The President explicitly stated his decision to forgo his scheduled nap, opting instead to attend to other pressing matters. Following this instruction, the two briefly addressed the coordination of personal affairs and the reorganization of office priorities.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:39 pm and 2:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to provide specific instructions regarding Christmas decorations for his residence in Florida. The conversation focused on utilizing a pre-decorated tree that had been sent to the property rather than arranging for a new, elaborate display. Additionally, an unknown individual briefly joined the meeting to request a session with Charles W. Colson.
On December 14, 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 1:39 pm and 2:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to place an outgoing telephone call. The exchange was brief and strictly functional, serving only to facilitate telephonic communication for the President. No substantive policy discussions or political developments occurred during this brief interaction.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Henry A. Kissinger met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:39 pm and 2:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger coordinated their schedules to arrange a follow-up meeting later that afternoon with Alexander Haig. The discussion focused on confirming the timing for this tripartite session, ultimately settling on 2:30 p.m. Kissinger was tasked with notifying Haig of the scheduling adjustment.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and William E. Timmons met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:09 pm to 2:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and William E. Timmons held a brief meeting to discuss the administrative handling and potential sentencing delays involving a specific individual. The conversation focused on the timeline of the legal process and the reasons behind recent bureaucratic hold-ups. No major policy shifts were recorded during this brief exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and William E. Timmons talked on the telephone from 2:09 pm to 2:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-078 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs William E. Timmons to compile and deliver documentation regarding a specific legislative amendment sponsored by Senator Michael J. Mansfield. The request focuses on obtaining the exact language of the amendment, which concerned a four-month prison provision, alongside relevant voting records. Timmons commits to delivering this information to the Executive Office Building immediately to support the administration's tracking of congressional activities.
On December 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 2:10 pm and 2:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate a brief administrative task. The primary purpose of the meeting was for the President to place a telephone call to Charles W. Colson. Following the initiation of this call, Sanchez concluded his duties and departed the office.
On December 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 2:10 pm and 2:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, regarding the scheduling of an upcoming meeting with Charles W. Colson. The brief discussion focused specifically on the timing of this appointment. The interaction concluded with the President confirming his availability before Sanchez departed the office.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:10 pm and 3:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-079 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to initiate an outgoing call to industrialist Jean Paul Getty. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to connect the President with Getty for undisclosed purposes. No further policy discussions or significant developments occurred during this brief administrative interaction.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, Henry A. Kissinger, and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:15 pm to 3:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 384-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig to discuss the current stalemate in Vietnam negotiations, specifically addressing North Vietnamese intransigence and bad-faith tactics regarding a potential cease-fire and the status of U.S. prisoners of war. Facing a breakdown in talks and an imminent congressional session that threatened to cut off war funding, Nixon decided to resume U.S. bombing and mining of North Vietnamese infrastructure. The President and his advisors concluded that this military pressure was necessary to force a settlement, maintain U.S. credibility, and ensure that South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu understood the necessity of a finalized agreement.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Henry A. Kissinger, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., Stephen B. Bull, and Jean Paul Getty met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:30 pm and 3:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 383-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger and Alexander Haig to assess the stalled Vietnam peace negotiations and contemplate the strategic use of increased bombing campaigns, specifically targeting Hanoi and Haiphong, to compel North Vietnamese concessions. The discussion focused on maintaining U.S. leverage while navigating concerns regarding South Vietnamese President Nguyen Van Thieu's cooperation, domestic political pressures, and the potential impact on relations with the Soviet Union ahead of a planned 1973 summit with Leonid Brezhnev. Amidst these diplomatic maneuvers, Nixon also briefly paused the meeting to place a personal birthday call to J. Paul Getty.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Jean Paul Getty talked on the telephone from 3:04 pm to 3:05 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-080 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon telephoned Jean Paul Getty to extend warm personal wishes on the occasion of Getty’s 80th birthday. The conversation served to reaffirm their ongoing friendship and included a brief mention of Tricia Nixon Cox’s travel plans to 10 Downing Street. Getty expressed his strong personal support for the President’s administration before the call concluded with mutual well-wishes.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:24 pm and 3:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 383-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met briefly to coordinate administrative logistics and executive appointments. The discussion centered on the timing of the announcement regarding John A. Scali’s nomination as Ambassador to the United Nations. Additionally, the participants reviewed the President’s schedule, including a planned telephone call to Arthur Krock.
On December 14, 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 3:25 pm and 3:29 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 383-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, unscheduled communication with the White House operator from his office in the Old Executive Office Building. The interaction served as a routine administrative exchange to facilitate telephone connectivity. No policy discussions or significant political developments occurred during this brief contact.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 3:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 383-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief interaction with the White House operator to facilitate an official communication. This administrative encounter served as a logistical step to connect the President with another party for further discussion. No substantive policy matters or major decisions were recorded during this brief logistical exchange.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:25 pm and 3:29 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 383-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to provide specific instructions regarding executive branch outreach to Congress. The discussion focused on coordinating legislative strategy and refining the role of William E. Timmons in managing these congressional relations. This brief interaction served to delegate administrative follow-ups necessary to maintain effective communication with Capitol Hill.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 3:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-081 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to facilitate an immediate meeting with special counsel Charles W. Colson. This brief interaction serves as a directive to bring a key staff member into the Oval Office for consultation. The primary objective is to establish direct communication with Colson to address ongoing administrative or political business.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:25 pm and 3:29 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-082 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to place a telephone call to Arthur Krock, a prominent former New York Times columnist. Despite reports that Krock was currently in poor health, Nixon expressed a desire to reach him directly. The President advised the operator to consult his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to secure the necessary contact information to complete the call.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Charles W. Colson, Arthur Krock, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, John A. Scali, Manolo Sanchez, John D. Ehrlichman, unknown person(s), White House operator, and George P. Shultz met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:29 pm to 6:01 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 383-006 of the White House Tapes.
In this wide-ranging discussion, President Nixon met with top aides and political associates to strategize for his second term, with a primary focus on navigating the difficult final stages of the Vietnam peace negotiations. Nixon emphasized his resolve to continue bombing campaigns until a satisfactory agreement was reached while managing public perception and Congressional relations. The conversation also covered extensive planning for second-term personnel appointments—including naming John Scali as UN Ambassador—and organizational restructuring to ensure a loyal, efficient administration. Throughout, Nixon stressed the need for his appointees to avoid being captured by existing bureaucracies and to cultivate new political constituencies rather than deferring to the traditional East Coast establishment.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Arthur Krock talked on the telephone from 3:32 pm to 3:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-083 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called veteran journalist Arthur Krock to express his well-wishes regarding Krock's declining health. The conversation focused on their long-standing professional relationship and mutual admiration, with Nixon reflecting on his political career and the significance of his 1972 electoral victory. Nixon also took the opportunity to critique contemporary journalism, noting his appreciation for Krock's past objectivity compared to the current state of the New York Times.
On December 14, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:35 pm and 4:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-084 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman contacts the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to Secretary of the Treasury George P. Shultz. The conversation is strictly logistical, serving as a brief request to connect with the Secretary. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occur during this brief administrative exchange.
On December 14, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and George P. Shultz talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:03 pm and 6:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-085 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman and George Shultz discuss potential personnel reassignments within the administration, specifically considering moving Dr. Edward E. David, Jr. from his role to head NASA while potentially appointing Dixy Lee Ray to the Atomic Energy Commission. The pair also touches on the organizational structure of federal science advising and research, including the possible relocation of functions out of the White House. Additionally, Shultz provides an update on an IRS matter, which Haldeman plans to address further with John Mitchell.