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Nixon Tapes on Birthday greetings
29 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Mahon, Conte, Myers
President Nixon contacted Linda Davis, secretary to Congressman Marvin L. Esch, to extend birthday greetings to the Congressman. During the brief call, Davis clarified that Esch was currently traveling in Africa as part of an Education and Labor Committee trip. Nixon requested that she relay his well wishes and his personal hope that Esch would continue his service in the U.S. Congress.
President Nixon placed a brief telephone call to Louise H. Dagney, the secretary for Congressman Orval H. Hansen, to acknowledge Hansen's upcoming trip to Idaho. The primary purpose of the conversation was to extend personal birthday greetings to the Congressman. Nixon expressed his well-wishes for Hansen's future, specifically noting his desire for the Congressman to continue his tenure in the House of Representatives.
President Nixon initiated this brief call to George H. Mahon to extend personal birthday greetings and relay well wishes from the First Lady to Mrs. Mahon. The conversation touched upon lighthearted topics, including Mahon’s golf game as referenced by Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird. The call concluded with a brief exchange expressing mutual support regarding the challenges of the presidency and national affairs.
President Nixon placed a brief, informal phone call to Congressman George H. Mahon to extend birthday wishes. Beyond the social pleasantries, the two exchanged brief words of encouragement regarding the political landscape and the nation's progress. No formal policy decisions were made, as Nixon explicitly stated his intent to avoid discussing official affairs of state.
President Nixon initiated this call to extend birthday greetings to Representative Charles W. Sandman, Jr. The discussion briefly touched upon the President's upcoming meeting with state governors following his recent trip to Moscow. Nixon also highlighted his recent Supreme Court nominees, characterizing them as strong and conservative, while expressing appreciation for Sandman’s support in the House of Representatives.
President Nixon initiated this call to Congressman Clarence Miller to offer birthday well-wishes, prompted by a briefing from William E. Timmons. The two discussed Miller's age and the President's personal connection to Ohio, Miller's home state. The conversation concluded with Miller reaffirming his general support for the administration's agenda despite local political pressures from his constituency's universities.
President Nixon initiated this brief call to Congressman Silvio O. Conte to offer personal birthday greetings as Conte turned 50. The two engaged in lighthearted banter regarding the significance of the milestone, with the President offering advice on aging and encouraging the Congressman to enjoy the evening with his family. The conversation served as a gesture of political courtesy and goodwill between the President and a member of Congress.
Representative Silvio O. Conte initiated a brief, informal telephone call to President Nixon to offer birthday greetings upon the President turning 58. The exchange served primarily as a social gesture to acknowledge the milestone. No substantive political or policy matters were discussed during the brief interaction.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone call to Congressman John H. Terry to offer birthday greetings. During the conversation, the President acknowledged Terry’s loyal political support and expressed appreciation for his performance as a first-term congressman. The call served as a gesture of goodwill to cultivate a positive relationship with a reliable ally in Congress.
President Nixon initiated this phone call to Senator Alan Bible to offer birthday greetings, noting the connection to First Lady Pat Nixon's roots in Nevada. The conversation transitioned into a discussion of the President's upcoming plans at Camp David and his recent appearance before the AFL-CIO convention. Bible commended Nixon for his composure during the event, prompting the President to share a supportive telegram he received from Eleanor Gehrig regarding his interaction with George Meany.
President Nixon called Congressman Chalmers P. Wylie to offer birthday greetings and express appreciation for his legislative support. During the call, the two discussed the political fallout surrounding labor leader George Meany and praised the effectiveness of John B. Connally’s recent press conference. Additionally, Nixon requested that Wylie convey his personal congratulations to a group of Boy Scouts scheduled to meet at the Congressman’s home for merit badge examinations.
President Nixon placed a congratulatory call to Representative Richard G. Shoup to wish him a happy birthday. Shoup took the opportunity to express his gratitude for the President’s recent visit to Montana and noted the positive reception Nixon received in his district. The two discussed the favorable press coverage of the trip, which highlighted the collaborative efforts between the administration and local leadership, including Senator Mike Mansfield.
President Nixon placed a brief telephone call to Senator Milton R. Young to extend personal birthday greetings. During the exchange, the President acknowledged the Senator’s significant legislative contributions, specifically highlighting his dedicated work on the Senate Appropriations Committee. The conversation served primarily as a gesture of political rapport and goodwill between the two men.
President Nixon telephoned Representative Charles R. Jonas to extend birthday greetings and maintain political rapport. The conversation pivoted to the recent death of Willis Smith, Jr., a prominent supporter of the President, in a plane crash. Nixon committed to contacting the Smith family, including the grieving mother and widow, to offer his condolences for their loss.
President Richard Nixon contacted Senator Margaret Chase Smith to offer birthday wishes while inquiring about her health during her stay at Walter Reed National Military Medical Center. The conversation shifted to political matters, with Nixon expressing appreciation for Smith’s legislative support and lamenting the difficulties faced with the continuing resolution. Both parties briefly discussed the exhaustion and partisan maneuvering within Congress, concluding with mutual well-wishes for the upcoming holidays.
President Nixon initiated a brief, informal phone call to Nora L. Moore to convey birthday greetings after learning they shared the same birth date. During the conversation, Nixon praised the military record of Moore’s son, Major General Leslie E. Brown. Moore responded by assuring the President of his strong political support in her hometown of Yucaipa, California.
President Nixon consulted with an unknown individual regarding a birthday acknowledgment for Foster G. McGaw. The discussion centered on a reminder provided by Maurice H. Stans to ensure the President recognized the milestone. The brief meeting concluded with instructions to facilitate a meeting with the individual in question.
President Nixon received a brief congratulatory telephone call from Congressman Charles S. Gubser regarding the President's recent birthday. The conversation served primarily as a social pleasantry, during which Nixon acknowledged Gubser's legislative support. The President concluded the call by commending Gubser's ongoing loyalty and advocacy for the administration's agenda.
President Nixon initiated a brief call to Dr. W. Kenneth Riland to extend birthday greetings on his 90th birthday. During the exchange, the President complimented the work of Riland's son, who was a member of the White House staff. The conversation remained cordial and strictly social, serving as a gesture of personal goodwill between the President and the Riland family.
President Nixon telephoned Representative Earl B. Ruth to extend birthday greetings and express appreciation for his legislative support. The discussion briefly transitioned to the political sensitivity surrounding federal deficit spending and employment goals. Ruth assured the President that he would provide his vote on the budget if necessary, despite his personal opposition to deficit spending.
President Nixon, Rose Mary Woods, and Congressman John N. Erlenborn engaged in a brief telephone conversation primarily to exchange birthday greetings. Erlenborn initiated the call to wish the President well following his recent birthday, noting the coincidental shared birth date of two other Republican congressmen. The exchange remained social and congratulatory in nature, focusing on the lighthearted trivia surrounding their birthdays and the prospect of Erlenborn's future congressional seniority.
President Nixon and Representative John T. Myers engaged in a brief, informal telephone conversation initiated by Myers to extend birthday wishes to the President. During the exchange, the two men discussed the President's age and speculated about the long-term political career of the Congressman. The dialogue concluded with a lighthearted remark regarding the potential for Myers to eventually become Speaker of the House.
President Nixon met with Representative John T. Myers to extend personal birthday greetings. During the brief interaction, the two discussed the coincidental birthdays of other Republican colleagues also named John. No significant policy decisions or official business were conducted during this ceremonial exchange.
Representative John M. Zwach called President Nixon to offer belated birthday greetings following the President’s birthday the previous day. The conversation highlighted a coincidence regarding shared birthdays among Republican colleagues John T. Myers and John N. Erlenborn. President Nixon acknowledged the call by expressing his appreciation for Zwach’s ongoing political support.
President Nixon called former Texas Governor Allan Shivers to extend birthday and wedding anniversary greetings. The two men engaged in lighthearted conversation about aging, specifically regarding the benefits and challenges of entering their sixties. Nixon encouraged Shivers by referencing the productive later years of prominent historical figures like Konrad Adenauer and Dwight D. Eisenhower.
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.
President Nixon receives a brief update from the White House operator regarding the schedule of Congressman John J. McFall. The exchange concludes with the operator offering birthday greetings to the President. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions are addressed during this short call.
President Nixon dictated a formal birthday acknowledgement letter addressed to Steven B. Bull. In the message, Nixon expressed his appreciation for Bull’s long-standing friendship and steadfast support throughout his career. The President also reflected on his advancing age and confirmed his expectation to see Bull at the upcoming 1973 inauguration ceremony.
President Nixon met with Thomas Hart and Stephen B. Bull to record a formal congratulatory message for E.K. Gaylord’s 100th birthday. The President reviewed and recited a prepared tribute, highlighting Gaylord’s long life and significant contributions to his country. The primary purpose of the meeting was to finalize this audio recording for the milestone celebration.