52 conversations found
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 12:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief communication with the White House operator to facilitate an outgoing call. The interaction serves as a routine administrative request to connect the President with an external party. No significant policy discussions or substantive decisions occur during this brief exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 12:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, met briefly in the Oval Office to coordinate his official schedule. The discussion focused on administrative logistical arrangements regarding upcoming appointments and presidential obligations. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 12:42 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate administrative logistics regarding his official schedule. The discussion focused on arrangements for an upcoming press photo opportunity and a follow-up communication Butterfield was tasked to conduct with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. This interaction served to finalize brief scheduling adjustments required for the President's public engagements.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 12:42 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-106 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to connect him with Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief interaction serves solely as a logistical communication to facilitate official contact between the President and his press aide. No policy discussions occur during this exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:42 pm to 12:43 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler coordinated the public messaging for an upcoming courtesy call to ensure the event remained low-key. Nixon explicitly instructed Ziegler to manage media expectations by limiting press coverage and declining requests for official photographs to prevent a build-up of publicity. The two agreed on a strategy to control the narrative by providing specific talking points to the press.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler talked on the telephone from 12:42 pm to 12:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-107 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler discussed the protocol for an upcoming meeting with Pakistani leader Zulfikar Ali Bhutto. Nixon instructed Ziegler to maintain a low-key approach regarding media presence, specifically requesting that the press not be granted access for a formal photo opportunity. Instead, they decided that White House photographer Oliver Atkins would take the picture, which would be released to the press later to avoid elevating Bhutto's political standing in Pakistan.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, White House operator, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:43 pm to 12:50 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Alexander Butterfield, and other staff members to finalize administrative tasks and discuss his upcoming holiday schedule. The conversation centered on the President's personal plans for Christmas, including weather concerns, football, and potential travel to Florida or Bermuda. Additionally, the group addressed office operations, such as signing paperwork, managing Christmas card messages, and approving a holiday financial gift for a staff member's wife in recognition of her assistance with data organization.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 12:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-108 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a personal telephone call to First Lady Pat Nixon. The exchange served as a routine administrative request to connect the President with his wife. No substantive political or policy matters were discussed during this brief communication.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon talked on the telephone from 12:44 pm to 12:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-109 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon briefly coordinated logistical arrangements regarding the President's upcoming schedule. Their discussion focused on coordinating the timing and appropriate attire, specifically the requirement for a suit, for an impending international meeting. This short exchange served to align their plans ahead of the President's official commitments.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:45 pm and 1:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-110 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to place a telephone call to Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally. This brief interaction serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and his cabinet member. No further policy discussions or substantive matters occur during this exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:50 pm to 1:09 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate upcoming administrative logistics, specifically focusing on the scheduling of a Cabinet dinner and holiday-related press engagements. The discussion touched upon the guest list for the dinner, including former administration members and various political figures, alongside planning for a CBS Christmas message and year-end media appearances. Haldeman also facilitated communication regarding John B. Connally’s schedule and return, while the participants finalized strategies for balancing these high-level social and public relations commitments.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:09 pm and 11:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield in the Oval Office for a brief, two-minute exchange. The specific content of this discussion remains unavailable due to the lack of an existing transcript and the unintelligible nature of the recording. No definitive policy decisions or significant administrative actions were captured during this brief encounter.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:09 pm and 11:11 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal aide Stephen B. Bull met briefly in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics for an upcoming discussion with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. The primary purpose of the brief interaction was to facilitate Haig's arrival and manage the President's schedule. Bull departed immediately after addressing these preparatory matters.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:11 pm to 1:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander Haig and later H. R. Haldeman to review ongoing geopolitical crises and international economic negotiations. The discussion addressed the recent ceasefire in the Indo-Pakistani War, the administration's strategic posture toward the Soviet Union and China, and a delayed military response in Vietnam to avoid escalation during the Christmas period. Additionally, the President received an update from Secretary of the Treasury John Connally regarding stalled international monetary talks, focusing on recalcitrant stances from Italy, Japan, and Canada.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:34 pm and 1:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, two-minute meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual. The interaction was limited to a single administrative exchange regarding the movement of people within the room. No substantive policy discussions or significant decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Zulfikar Ali Bhutto, Nawabzada Am Raza, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:36 pm to 2:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Zulfikar Ali Bhutto to discuss the aftermath of the Indo-Pakistani War and the ongoing territorial integrity of Pakistan. The conversation focused on the geopolitical implications of the conflict, specifically regarding the influence of the Soviet Union and India in South Asia, as well as the importance of maintaining international norms against aggression. Nixon offered general support for Pakistan's recovery while emphasizing the necessity for internal reform and self-reliance under the Nixon Doctrine, ultimately advising Bhutto to pursue a peaceful, negotiated path to restore regional stability.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 1:40 pm to 1:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-111 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Treasury Secretary John B. Connally discussed the status of delicate international monetary negotiations occurring at a Group of Ten meeting at the Smithsonian Institution. Connally briefed the President on the difficulty of reaching a multilateral agreement regarding currency revaluations, specifically noting holdouts from Canada, Italy, and tensions between French and German positions. They agreed that if a final settlement could not be reached within hours, Connally should issue a positive public statement emphasizing progress and scheduling a follow-up meeting for January, while also establishing that trade negotiations must be finalized before the President’s January 20 deadline with Congress.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:46 pm and 2:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-112 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a call to Muriel L. Hartley, who served as General Alexander Haig’s secretary. The President initiated the contact specifically to inquire about Hartley's well-being, noting his understanding that she was currently ill at home. The call was placed to facilitate communication with her despite her reported health issues.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:06 pm and 2:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office for a brief, informal interaction. The discussion primarily involved routine administrative tasks and the President checking on the status of incoming communications. The brief exchange concluded shortly after without any significant policy developments or major decisions.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:06 pm and 2:10 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule. The primary purpose of the discussion was to arrange a subsequent meeting between the President and General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. Following these brief administrative instructions, Bull departed the office.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 2:10 pm to 2:31 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig discussed the geopolitical fallout of the Indo-Pakistani War, focusing on the roles of the Soviet Union, the People's Republic of China, and the United States. They evaluated the effectiveness of recent diplomatic maneuvers and military posturing, agreeing that the U.S. successfully demonstrated resolve to both global powers despite the conflict's outcome. The conversation also shifted to Vietnam, where the President authorized a military strategy involving air strikes against North Vietnamese targets to counter enemy aggression and address frustrations regarding the stalled Paris peace talks.
On December 18, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:31 pm and 5:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-031 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to confirm his current location and immediate travel plans. The brief exchange focused on coordinating the President's transit to the Executive Office Building. The agents departed shortly thereafter to secure the President's movement.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to facilitate the delivery of specific documents to his secretary, Rose Mary Woods. The conversation focused on the administrative transfer of copies and requested changes to these materials. The meeting concluded shortly after these instructions were relayed to ensure the prompt handling of the President's correspondence.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction focused on the President's personal attire, specifically his dissatisfaction with the appearance of a pair of pants. No major policy discussions or administrative decisions were recorded during this exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, to coordinate administrative logistics regarding his professional schedule. The discussion focused on ensuring that Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally would be prepared to place a scheduled phone call to the President. Nixon issued specific instructions to Sanchez to facilitate this communication and verify the status of the call.
On December 18, 1971, 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 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Muriel L. Hartley. The operator provided assistance in locating Hartley, who was reportedly still in her room at the time of the request. This brief interaction served as a logistical coordination to initiate a private communication.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct private or personal business. The majority of the interaction was designated as a personal, returnable segment, resulting in no official record of the discussion. Sanchez departed shortly after the brief exchange, leaving no documented policy decisions or administrative actions.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. The brief interaction consisted primarily of personal matters, as indicated by the withdrawal of the discussion from the public record for being personal and returnable. No significant policy decisions or administrative actions were recorded during this engagement.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building. While the official transcript is unavailable, the brief recorded exchange centered on the procurement of pens. This interaction highlights the routine administrative and personal tasks facilitated by Sanchez during his tenure as a member of the President's domestic staff.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to address a specific personal or professional request. The brief encounter focused on the fulfillment of this task, which Sanchez carried out before departing shortly thereafter. The discussion highlights the routine, informal interactions between the President and his dedicated staff member.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a brief communication through the White House operator to reach John Ehrlichman. The interaction serves as a functional bridge to facilitate a subsequent, more substantive discussion between the President and his domestic policy advisor. No significant policy decisions were reached during this short connection.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 2:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-113 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a phone call with Muriel L. Hartley. Upon learning that Mrs. Hartley was unavailable at her current location, the President instructed the operator to attempt the connection again in one hour. The brief exchange served as a logistical coordination to manage the President's personal or professional communications.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 3:05 pm to 3:09 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-114 of the White House Tapes.
Treasury Secretary John B. Connally briefed President Nixon on the ongoing international negotiations to address the global monetary crisis and the devaluation of the dollar. Connally reported significant progress in securing a 16.9% devaluation agreement with the Japanese while detailing the status of negotiations with European partners, Canada, and Sweden. The two discussed the difficulty of finalizing a formal memorandum of agreement, with Connally stressing that the interconnected nature of these currency adjustments required a delicate, high-pressure approach to ensure a successful resolution.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:05 pm to 3:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John B. Connally held a brief administrative coordination meeting to align their respective schedules for the remainder of the evening. The conversation functioned primarily as a logistical check-in to confirm their immediate availability and planned locations. No substantive policy matters were addressed during this short exchange.
On December 18, 1971, 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 3:09 pm and 3:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a personal phone call. The brief interaction served as a logistical request to connect the President with Muriel L. Hartley. No further substantive policy or political discussions were recorded during this exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:09 pm and 3:35 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-115 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to Muriel L. Hartley. The brief interaction served solely to facilitate this specific communication. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during the exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Muriel L. Hartley met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:35 pm to 3:36 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 310-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiated this brief call to Muriel L. Hartley to personally acknowledge and thank her for thirty years of federal service. He specifically highlighted her essential contributions to the work of Alexander Haig and Henry Kissinger during her tenure. The conversation served as a professional gesture of appreciation upon her retirement from the White House staff.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Muriel L. Hartley talked on the telephone from 3:35 pm to 3:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-116 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon called Muriel L. Hartley to personally express his appreciation for her thirty years of government service upon her retirement. He specifically highlighted her essential contributions to the work of Alexander Haig and Henry Kissinger within the National Security Council. The brief exchange served as a formal gesture of gratitude for her long-standing dedication in a high-pressure environment.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:36 pm and 5:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-117 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to place a telephone call to Treasury Secretary John B. Connally. The brief exchange serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and the Secretary. No further policy discussion takes place during this brief interaction.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:43 pm and 5:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-023 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met briefly with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office. The conversation consisted of a casual, logistical exchange regarding the maintenance of the fireplace. No substantive policy matters or official developments were recorded during this brief interaction.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:43 pm and 5:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics regarding the President's upcoming schedule. The primary focus of the brief meeting was the preparation and coordination required for a forthcoming interview. No major policy decisions were reached, as the discussion remained centered on routine scheduling arrangements.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:43 pm and 5:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming interview with Time magazine. The discussion centered specifically on the placement and presence of cameras during the session. No further actions or major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative meeting.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Jerrold L. Schecter, Hugh S. Sidey, Hedley W. Donovan, Henry A. Grunwald, and White House photographer met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:03 pm to 6:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with journalists from Time magazine—Jerrold L. Schecter, Hugh S. Sidey, Hedley W. Donovan, and Henry A. Grunwald—to discuss the state of his presidency and his administration’s foreign and domestic agendas. The conversation covered a wide range of topics, including U.S. economic policy, the Vietnam War, the ongoing India-Pakistan conflict, and his strategic overtures toward the People's Republic of China and the Soviet Union. Nixon used the meeting to articulate his vision for a global balance of power and to express his confidence in his leadership style as he looked toward the 1972 election.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 5:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and adjustments to the President's upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on coordination efforts regarding official engagements and internal appointments. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 5:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull coordinate the logistics for the President's upcoming departure to New York City. The discussion focuses on scheduling adjustments, the coordination of the presidential party at the helipad, and the inclusion of Tricia Nixon Cox in the travel arrangements. Additionally, Nixon weighs the timing of a potential press release and a phone call to John B. Connally, stipulating that plans remain off the record pending further confirmation.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:05 pm and 5:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. regarding the identity of an individual named John A. Becker. The brief exchange focused on clarifying this person's background or professional status as part of an inquiry into the President's schedule. No further policy decisions were recorded during this short administrative interaction.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:12 pm to 5:20 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig coordinated the messaging and execution of an upcoming U.S. air offensive in Laos to counter intensifying enemy activity against pro-U.S. firebases. They decided to announce the operation from Saigon rather than Washington to minimize public scrutiny while Congress was in recess, ensuring the action was perceived as a routine defensive measure. Additionally, the pair reached a consensus to withhold the public release of a letter from Indira Gandhi, preferring to maintain a firm, private stance on international communications.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:20 pm and 5:26 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon initiates a call to the White House operator to be connected with Secretary of Commerce Maurice Stans, referred to as Secretary Cotton. The brief interaction serves as a logistical bridge to facilitate an official communication between the President and the Secretary. No further policy discussions or significant substantive developments occurred during this short exchange.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally talked on the telephone from 5:26 pm to 5:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 016-118 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John B. Connally coordinated the President’s arrival at the Group of Ten meeting to mark the successful negotiation of complex international currency realignments. Connally advised the President to congratulate the delegates and escort them to the press to highlight the historic significance of their agreement. The two agreed that the President would deliver brief remarks emphasizing the unprecedented nature and difficulty of the achievement.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and John B. Connally met in the Oval Office of the White House from 5:26 pm to 5:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and John Connally discuss the logistics of an upcoming trip, specifically timing their travel and public engagement to accommodate a press briefing. They coordinate the sequence of events, focusing on how to effectively address the media after thanking their associates. The brief exchange concludes with Connally noting a critical, high-priority matter that requires the President's attention.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 5:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate logistics for the President's upcoming visit to the Smithsonian Institution's 'Superstar' exhibition. The discussion focused on the departure timing, transportation arrangements, and the involvement of First Lady Pat Nixon. They also established guidelines for communicating with the press regarding the event.
On December 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:35 pm and 6:38 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 639-026 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull engaged in a brief, informal discussion regarding the outcome of a San Francisco 49ers football game. The conversation centered on confirming the 31-27 final score and expressing general enthusiasm about the result. No significant policy decisions or official business were conducted during this exchange.