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Nixon Tapes on Administrative protocol
20 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, United States Secret Service agents, Haldeman
When Administrative protocol comes up
Related topics: White House operationstelecommunicationsPresidential communicationPresidential schedulingWhite House operatorWhite House logisticsWhite House communicationsRose Mary WoodsWilliam P. RogersWhite House StaffingTelephone operationsSecretary of StateSecret ServiceRaymond K. Price Jr.
On April 6, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:54 am and 9:10 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-003 of the White House Tapes.
On April 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:56 pm and 7:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 002-005 of the White House Tapes.
On May 4, 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 1:11 pm and 1:12 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-049 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents briefly gathered in the Oval Office for a routine administrative or logistical exchange. The dialogue consists entirely of non-substantive acknowledgments and professional courtesies. No specific policy decisions, security intelligence, or actionable instructions were recorded during this brief encounter.
On August 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 9:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 007-119 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss logistical preparations and publicity strategies for upcoming international trips, specifically focusing on Henry Kissinger’s mission to the People’s Republic of China and the President’s own travel to the USSR. The conversation addressed the selection of accompanying personnel, the management of press coverage, and the development of briefing materials to ensure effective decision-making during summit meetings. Additionally, the two discussed administrative protocols for an upcoming International Monetary Fund (IMF) reception, including the ranking of attendees like Arthur F. Burns and John B. Connally.
President Richard Nixon met with Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to discuss logistics regarding media access and filming operations within the White House. The conversation centered on ensuring staff compliance with administrative protocols and managing the narrative surrounding ongoing activities. The two evaluated current procedures to verify that internal communications remained consistent with the administration's public messaging strategy.
On October 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:37 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 013-009 of the White House Tapes.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:02 am and 11:11 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 625-015 of the White House Tapes.
On December 2, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:03 pm and 2:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 628-009 of the White House Tapes.
On January 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:25 pm and 2:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-088 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House at 2:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 656-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held a brief, six-minute meeting with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building. The exchange consists of an inquiry regarding the readiness of the interlocutor, followed by a directive to conclude the discussion. No substantive policy matters, strategic decisions, or significant historical developments were documented in the available record of this brief interaction.
On May 2, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at 11:04 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 717-005 of the White House Tapes.
On July 26, 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 5:01 pm and 5:10 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 352-006 of the White House Tapes.
On October 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:59 pm and 8:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 031-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming meeting involving Richard C. Van Dusen and Kenneth R. Cole, Jr. The discussion centered on logistics and the arrangement of White House gift distributions, specifically concerning ashtrays and cuff links. The brief exchange served to finalize these administrative appointments and protocol details.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed the protocol for managing meetings with departing staff members and senior departmental officials. The President outlined criteria for granting exit interviews, specifically distinguishing between those moving to other government positions versus those leaving the administration entirely. They also addressed the inclusion of personal friends in farewell photograph sessions as part of these transitions.
On March 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 7:01 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 410-047 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Nellie L. Yates and unnamed individuals to oversee logistical and security arrangements within the Oval Office and the Executive Office Building. The discussion focused on operational concerns, including the management of office doors, alarm system settings, and potential filming activities. The encounter concluded with administrative coordination and a brief exchange regarding protocol and personal departures.