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Nixon Tapes on Camp David
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On December 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 6:52 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 237-038 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:41 am and 9:53 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-034 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:41 am and 9:53 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 237-042 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:02 am and 10:04 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-036 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:02 am and 10:04 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 237-045 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:12 am and 10:54 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-038 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and William Hirsch met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:12 am and 10:54 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 237-047 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:15 am and 10:54 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 237-049 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:42 am and 11:51 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-002 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:42 am and 11:51 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Commander Alexander R. Larzelere to coordinate travel logistics for First Lady Pat Nixon's return to the White House from Camp David. The discussion focused on evaluating weather conditions to determine the feasibility of helicopter transport versus automobile travel. They ultimately addressed scheduling and safety considerations to finalize the First Lady’s transit arrangements.
President Nixon met with Commander Alexander R. Larzelere at Camp David to coordinate transportation arrangements for First Lady Pat Nixon's return to the White House. The President requested that a helicopter be prepared for her departure between 7:00 and 7:30 p.m., while also designating the flight as the primary means for transporting official documents and signed materials. Larzelere was instructed to ensure the aircraft was ready or to arrange for a motorcade alternative if weather or other conditions prevented air travel.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 11:52 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-043 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 11:52 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-005 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:53 am and 11:54 am. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-045 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:53 am and 11:54 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-007 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:15 pm and 12:27 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-048 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 12:29 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-050 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 12:29 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-012 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:37 pm and 12:38 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-014 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 12:38 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-053 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:38 pm and 12:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-016 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at 12:40 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-054 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 12:40 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-017 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:59 pm and 1:04 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 158-056 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:59 pm and 1:04 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-019 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 1:18 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-021 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:20 pm and 1:30 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-023 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:20 pm and 1:30 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-028 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:20 pm and 1:30 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-029 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 1:20 pm and 1:30 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 238-030 of the White House Tapes.
On December 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:41 pm and 9:53 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 237-043 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his upcoming schedule and travel arrangements. The discussion focused on logistics for a planned trip to Camp David with family members and staff, as well as the potential for a meeting with Bob Hope regarding a USO award. Additionally, the pair addressed administrative details concerning the President's upcoming birthday celebrations and inaugural preparations.
On January 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:58 pm and 8:27 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 239-002 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:58 pm and 8:27 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 239-003 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 7:58 pm and 8:27 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 239-009 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:31 pm and 8:47 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 160-005 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:31 pm and 8:47 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 239-005 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:31 pm and 8:47 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 239-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon calls his close friend Bebe Rebozo, who is currently in Key Biscayne with John Mitchell, to personally invite him to Camp David for the upcoming weekend. The conversation confirms logistics for Rebozo's travel and addresses the President's commitment to eventually host an associate of Mitchell's at the White House. The two men discuss their personal schedules and express mutual support regarding their social and political circles.
President Nixon invited his close confidant Bebe Rebozo to Camp David for the upcoming weekend to celebrate Nixon's birthday with movies and social time. The two discussed logistical arrangements for Rebozo's travel, including the use of a courier or helicopter to bypass potential inclement weather. Additionally, they briefly inquired about the well-being of a mutual acquaintance named John before concluding the call.
On January 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:26 am and 2:54 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-001 of the White House Tapes.
On January 6, 1973, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 9:26 am and 2:54 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-008 of the White House Tapes.
On January 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:50 pm and 2:54 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-002 of the White House Tapes.
On January 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:59 pm and 3:39 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-004 of the White House Tapes.
On January 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 2:59 pm and 3:39 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-005 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:44 pm on January 6, 1973 and 4:40 pm on January 7, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:44 pm on January 6, 1973 and 4:40 pm on January 7, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-009 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:44 pm on January 6, 1973 and 4:40 pm on January 7, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:44 pm on January 6, 1973 and 4:40 pm on January 7, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon held an informal gathering with his close friend Bebe Rebozo and personal aide Manolo Sanchez at the Aspen Lodge during a retreat at Camp David. The discussion consisted of casual conversation and personal reflection rather than formal policy deliberation. No significant political decisions or administrative actions were recorded during this informal engagement.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:44 pm on January 6, 1973 and 4:40 pm on January 7, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 240-013 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed upcoming presidential scheduling requirements, specifically regarding the second inauguration and diplomatic visits. The discussion focused on coordinating the attendance of special envoys, including Japan’s Eisaku Sato, and determining the appropriate venues for meetings with British Prime Minister Edward Heath and the Earl of Cromer. Nixon weighed the logistics of hosting these officials at either Camp David or the White House, ultimately finalizing scheduling preferences for the late January timeframe.
President Nixon consulted with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his upcoming daily schedule and manage the logistics for an official visit from British Prime Minister Edward Heath. The President provided specific instructions for meetings regarding wage and price controls with George Shultz, John Ehrlichman, and Herbert Stein, while also finalizing details for appointments involving Kenneth Cole, Frederic Malek, and Roy Ash. Regarding the Heath visit, Nixon outlined a preferred itinerary featuring a formal White House dinner followed by informal meetings at Camp David, emphasizing a desire to keep the American delegation strictly limited to avoid unnecessary State Department or bureaucratic presence.
President Nixon dictates a series of directives to H.R. Haldeman concerning the development of historical guest literature for Camp David and the presidential yacht, Sequoia. He emphasizes creating well-researched, professional accounts for these venues that highlight significant historical policy decisions and guest records. Additionally, Nixon instructs Haldeman to commission post-inaugural polling to gauge public opinion on tax increases versus government spending, stressing the need for precise and effective survey questions to clarify the President’s stance on fiscal responsibility.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Rose Mary Woods to coordinate final arrangements for upcoming social events, including a dinner at Camp David and a State dinner. The discussion focused on fine-tuning guest lists, managing seating arrangements at round tables to facilitate mingling, and selecting appropriate menu items and entertainment. Nixon specifically directed the staff to ensure Cabinet secretaries and other key officials were integrated into the events to foster better professional and social relations.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull reviewed the President's upcoming schedule, including the State of the Union signing and the logistics for a weekend trip to Camp David. They discussed the guest list and timeline for a lunch at the British Embassy and a dinner with Henry Kissinger and Walter Annenberg. The brief session concluded with the President confirming administrative details for the weekend retreat.
An unidentified individual contacts an associate named Douglas to report that a cassette tape, ostensibly brand new and sourced from the official supply, contained pre-recorded music. The two discuss the failure in quality control regarding equipment provided by Sgt. Farrell D. Moreland. Consequently, they agree on the immediate necessity of testing every tape in their inventory to ensure future recordings are clean.
Frank A. Sisco and Ruth L. Krell coordinated logistics regarding the upcoming return of President Nixon to Camp David. They discussed the uncertainty of the President's arrival time and the necessity of maintaining their presence at the location. Sisco advised Krell to contact her supervisor, Alexander P. Butterfield, to determine if their continued attendance was required, and they agreed to touch base the following morning to confirm plans.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-001 of the White House Tapes.
On February 2, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:59 am and 9:39 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 847-003 of the White House Tapes.
William Hirsch utilized the Camp David telephone system to facilitate logistical communications between the facility's kitchen staff and personnel at the Aspen lodge. The exchange primarily served as an administrative request to connect Hirsch with Charlie C. Sumrell. No substantive policy discussions occurred, as the dialogue was limited to verifying availability and routing the call.
William Hirsch and Charles Sumrell coordinate the retrieval of recording equipment and tapes located in the den at Camp David. They discuss the logistics of whether to transport the entire machine or simply remove the tapes for collection. The conversation concludes with the decision to bring both the tapes and the smaller recording device to the requested location.
On February 2, 1973, Charles C. ("Charlie") Sumrell and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:43 pm and 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 186-006 of the White House Tapes.
Frank A. Sisco and Charles A. Grunden coordinated administrative logistics regarding operations at Camp David. The participants confirmed that facilities were prepared for use and discussed the upcoming schedule for President Nixon's return to the retreat. No formal policy decisions were made, as the conversation focused exclusively on site readiness and scheduling updates.
Frank A. Sisco and Sergeant Farrell D. Morlan discuss logistical problems regarding the recording equipment and tapes used for the President at Camp David. Sisco expresses confusion after discovering that the new blank tapes provided to him contained pre-recorded music, prompting a discussion about supply chain errors and communication failures between the White House staff and audiovisual personnel. Morlan clarifies that the President specifically requires C-120 tapes and instructs Sisco to source them directly from Stoddard to ensure consistency and prevent further recording issues.
Camp David operator Charles C. Sumrell contacted Sergeant Farrell D. Morlan to verify specific technical requirements for supply procurement. The conversation centered on confirming whether the requested equipment consisted of C-120 or C-20 audio tapes, with the parties clarifying that the former are two-hour recording tapes. This exchange resolved a discrepancy in communication regarding the necessary supplies for the White House operations at Camp David.
Henry Kissinger consulted with the Camp David operator to review incoming correspondence and clarify details regarding specific documentation. He prioritized his official duties, citing his ongoing engagement with the President and the Prime Minister as the reason for his restricted availability. Furthermore, he directed the operator to contact Ms. Hartman to explain his inability to make personal calls due to these demanding diplomatic responsibilities.
Frank A. Sisco, Charles C. Sumrell, and several others at Camp David coordinated the logistical management of recording equipment and cassette tapes for the President's use. The participants identified a quality control issue after discovering that some purportedly blank tapes supplied for the President contained pre-recorded music. They decided to implement a rigorous inspection protocol for all existing tapes and confirmed that the President required specific Sony C-120 (two-hour) tapes moving forward.
Unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 3:43 pm on February 2, 1973 and 3:30 pm on February 3, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, First Lady Pat Nixon, and Manolo Sanchez gathered at the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to discuss the interior decoration of the residence. The participants reviewed various wall hangings and prints, ultimately deciding which pieces to display in the room and which to move to storage. This informal exchange focused on aesthetic preferences and the logistics of organizing personal items within the lodge.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and his personal aide, Manolo Sanchez, at Camp David to facilitate a brief logistical exchange. The participants focused on locating specific items and coordinating the details of a future meeting. The discussion remained functional in nature, centering on the management of immediate administrative tasks.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull met to coordinate the President’s logistical schedule, including arrangements for a helicopter trip to Camp David with First Lady Pat Nixon. Bull also relayed a request from First Lady Nixon for advance notice regarding their departure time to ensure she would be ready. Additionally, Bull informed the President that Senator Mike Mansfield had requested a phone call to discuss a personal matter following Nixon's meeting with Henry Kissinger.
President Nixon utilized the seclusion of Camp David to dictate personal notes and memorandum contents for future administrative use. The recording captures the President working in solitude to organize his thoughts and strategic directives. The primary focus of this session was the structured dictation of official records, though the majority of the content remains unintelligible or withdrawn.
President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, at Camp David to discuss personal matters and administrative arrangements. The dialogue focused on the logistics surrounding dictation equipment and the physical placement of documents. The brief exchange reflects the intimate nature of their working relationship and the private administrative tasks managed by the President's personal staff.
President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-004 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-008 of the White House Tapes.
Unknown person(s) met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 2:45 pm on February 3, 1973 and 8:34 pm on February 4, 1973. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 242-009 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:30 pm and 5:18 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 161-004 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 3:30 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-008 of the White House Tapes.
On February 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 3:30 pm and 5:18 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 241-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Manolo Sanchez and Tricia Nixon Cox at Camp David to reflect on recent administrative challenges, presidential communication, and foreign policy. Nixon discussed his frustrations with the press, the necessity of maintaining a firm public stance against critics, and his ongoing work regarding energy, trade, and international relations. The conversation also touched upon personal reflections regarding his predecessors and the importance of documenting his own historical record through tape recordings and notes.
President Richard Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discuss their recent movements to and from Camp David and confirm their family's arrival at the retreat. The primary focus of the call involves a domestic update regarding a tame deer kept at the site and the family's efforts to introduce it to their dog, King. The participants exchange lighthearted advice on feeding the animal and express optimism about the two animals coexisting.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate compassionate assistance for a White House staffer named Fate Suber. Nixon expressed concern over Suber’s ongoing health struggles and mental state following a heart attack. The President directed Bull to finalize arrangements for Suber and his wife to spend time at Camp David, specifically tasking him with coordinating military support and lodge accommodations.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:54 pm and 2:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-031 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Camp David involving family and friends. The conversation focuses on scheduling travel plans, arranging for Charles “Bebe” Rebozo to join them on Saturday, and confirming that an invitation to Camp David has been extended to Fate Suber upon his discharge from the hospital. They also briefly discuss the current weather conditions at the retreat and local wildlife sightings.
On February 6, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:50 pm and 11:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a personal letter to actress Jane Wyman to express his admiration for her performance in the film "So Big." During the dictation, Nixon critiques the declining quality of contemporary Hollywood and European cinema, contrasting it with the superior artistry of older films. He notes that he and First Lady Pat Nixon frequently rely on older movie catalogs for entertainment during their weekends at Camp David.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to review and finalize the President’s upcoming schedule. They discussed the attendance and logistics of various appointments, including meetings with Donald H. Rumsfeld, Alexander M. Haig, Jr., and William P. Rogers. The conversation also touched upon a seminar being held at Camp David involving William E. Timmons and the presence of Senator Joe Biden.
On February 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:08 am and 10:13 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 855-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate upcoming scheduling logistics, including meetings involving John Ehrlichman, H.R. Haldeman, and John Dean. The discussion focused on arrangements for presidential travel to Camp David, a scheduled meeting with George Shultz in the Executive Office Building, and the planning of a radio address. The participants also discussed coordinating a video conference, with the President reserving final decisions on his departure timeline for later.
Unidentified individuals conducted an informal walkthrough of the Aspen Lodge at Camp David to inspect the layout and functionality of the facility. The participants reviewed the floor plan, including the locations of various bedrooms and the kitchen, while troubleshooting minor technical or equipment issues. No policy or administrative decisions were reached during this site assessment.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his daily schedule and logistical arrangements for an upcoming weekend trip to Camp David. The discussion focused on rescheduling various meetings with officials, including Peter J. Brennan and Henry Kissinger, and designating the Executive Office Building for specific briefings. Additionally, Nixon provided instructions regarding transportation and travel plans for himself and Pat Nixon, contingent upon weather conditions.
This recording captures a brief, seemingly routine interaction involving United States Secret Service agents within the Oval Office. The agents appear to be discussing operational matters, including the use of the fireplace and a potential return call related to Camp David. The conversation is fragmented and lacks clear decisions or action items, suggesting it may have been a preliminary or informal exchange.
An unknown individual initiated a request to the Camp David operator to connect a call to the Technical Services Division (TSD). This administrative interaction highlights the routine logistical and communication support provided to White House personnel at the Camp David facility. No substantive policy matters or strategic discussions were addressed during this brief operational request.
On February 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:18 pm and 7:15 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 162-002 of the White House Tapes.