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Nixon Tapes on Communication coordination
31 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Haldeman, Kissinger
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate a scheduled communication with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. The pair discussed the urgency of the matter and ultimately reached a decision to delay the interaction until the following day. This brief administrative consultation concluded with Nixon opting to postpone the contact.
President Nixon coordinated with the White House operator to arrange a telephone conversation with FBI Director J. Edgar Hoover. The operator informed the President that Hoover would be available shortly, and Nixon requested that the call be placed at the Director's convenience. This exchange served as a logistical bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and the head of the FBI.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to coordinate communication with two key legislators. He sought a return call from Senator John O. Pastore once he arrived at his office from the airport, while also initiating a call to Congressman Craig Hosmer. These exchanges were intended to facilitate high-level legislative outreach by the President.
President Nixon and an unidentified associate discuss the logistics of responding to correspondence and a forthcoming phone call involving a third party. The participants clarify the nature of a previous invitation and confirm that the President will reach out to the individual in question. This brief exchange serves to coordinate administrative follow-up regarding the President’s ongoing communications.
President Nixon coordinated with the White House operator regarding a call with Adele Rogers, who was currently attending an assembly on the White House grounds. The President indicated there was no immediate urgency and instructed the operator to have Mrs. Rogers call him whenever it became convenient. This brief exchange served to facilitate scheduling for a subsequent conversation between the two parties.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to coordinate urgent communications with key political allies. The operator facilitated a transition to Charles Colson, who was joined by Bryce Harlow, while also arranging a callback from Congressman Gerald Ford. This effort suggests a high-level coordination of legislative or political strategy involving senior staff and congressional leadership.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative coordination. The primary focus of the brief interaction concerned the President’s upcoming schedule and the logistics of a forthcoming phone call. The conversation concluded with arrangements for the individual to reconnect with the President once a current medical matter was addressed.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone exchange with the White House operator to request a connection to Charles W. Colson. This administrative interaction serves as a routine coordination effort to facilitate direct communication between the President and his special counsel. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief request.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate communication between Henry Kissinger and Harold H. Saunders. The brief discussion focused on facilitating a return call from Saunders to Kissinger regarding ongoing foreign policy matters. Bull confirmed Saunders' availability to ensure the contact could be established immediately.
President Nixon coordinated with the White House operator to facilitate a phone conversation with Robert H. Finch. The operator informed the President that Finch was currently at lunch with John C. Veneman at the Madison Hotel but expected to return shortly. Nixon requested that Finch call him back before 3:00 p.m., or otherwise be reached later that afternoon.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to connect Patrick J. Buchanan with Henry Kissinger. This administrative request facilitates direct communication between the National Security Advisor and the speechwriter to coordinate specific policy or messaging efforts. No further discussion occurs during this brief exchange.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to coordinate a message for Senator Robert A. Taft, Jr. after failing to reach him during a meeting in Senator Hugh Scott's office. Nixon directed the operator to inform Taft’s secretary that Charles W. Colson would contact the senator later to relay sensitive information. This arrangement was intended to facilitate the transfer of materials through Colson while the President was away from his office.
Henry Kissinger consulted with the White House operator to coordinate communication with key officials, including Kenneth Rush and General Raymond B. Furlong. The discussion centered on locating these individuals, who were gathered at a ceremony, to facilitate urgent contact. Kissinger ultimately decided to leave messages for the parties rather than wait for a direct connection.
Henry A. Kissinger requested that the White House operator connect him with Admiral Thomas H. Moorer, the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. This administrative coordination served as a precursor to a substantive discussion between the two officials. The conversation was limited to the initiation of this secure communication channel.
Alexander Butterfield contacted H. R. Haldeman to facilitate a phone call from Secretary of Defense Melvin Laird to President Nixon. Haldeman consulted with the President, who initially declined to speak with Laird before reversing his decision and requesting that the call be patched through. The exchange functioned as a brief coordination effort to connect the Secretary of Defense with the President regarding his recent absence from the Pentagon.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to facilitate communication with Senator Edward M. Kennedy. The conversation serves to confirm that a message has been left for the Senator, who is currently in transit. The primary purpose is to ensure the completion of a return call regarding Kennedy's whereabouts.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with Admiral Thomas H. Moorer, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The brief administrative exchange touched upon scheduling logistics regarding George Shultz's transition into a new role and the associated timeline for completing relevant tasks. The conversation served primarily as a logistical step to coordinate high-level communication between the President and military leadership.
H. R. Haldeman initiated a telephone call to Fredrick C. LaRue through a White House operator to coordinate communication between the two parties. Although the recording is heavily impacted by significant gaps, tape noise, and unintelligible segments, the interaction reflects ongoing contact between the White House staff and LaRue. Due to the lack of clear audio, no specific policy decisions or substantive action items were captured during this exchange.
President Nixon consulted with Charles W. Colson and other staff regarding the coordination of an upcoming external announcement. The discussion focused on scheduling logistical arrangements and determining the necessity of the President's personal attendance at a meeting. Ultimately, the President directed staff to facilitate a call to Clark Hill to clarify these requirements and adjust his availability accordingly.
Charles W. Colson coordinates with the White House operator to facilitate a follow-up conversation with John W. Dean, III. The brief exchange serves as a logistical arrangement to reach Dean upon his imminent arrival at the office. Colson ultimately decides to initiate the call himself once Dean is settled in ten minutes.
President Nixon met with speechwriter Raymond K. Price, Jr. to coordinate follow-up efforts regarding discussions held with an individual named Saylor. Nixon expressed a desire to delve deeper into specific topics previously touched upon during a briefing session. The brief exchange focused on establishing better communication alignment between the two men and scheduling further collaboration.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to determine the current availability of National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger. Upon being informed that Kissinger would be away for approximately fifteen minutes, the President acknowledged the update and concluded the brief coordination call. This exchange served primarily to facilitate the President's immediate scheduling needs regarding his communication with Kissinger.
President Nixon consulted with an aide to determine the location and availability of Robert Finch, who was visiting Washington. The President requested that the staff arrange a telephone call with Finch once he returned to his base. The conversation concluded with Nixon providing lighthearted, facetious instructions regarding the handling of Finch's whereabouts.
President Nixon coordinated a return phone call with an individual identified as Mr. Chandler. The operator informed the President that Chandler would be arriving at his office within thirty minutes. Nixon authorized the operator to have Chandler return the call once he became available.
President Nixon communicated with the Camp David operator to facilitate a phone connection with Major Brennan. The brief exchange focused exclusively on coordinating this specific call. No policy discussions or significant political decisions occurred during this interaction.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to locate Press Secretary Ron Ziegler and direct him to the Executive Office Building. The President specified that if Ziegler could not be found in his office, he should be directed to the final room in that location. This brief exchange served to coordinate an urgent meeting between the President and his press secretary.
President Nixon consults with Alexander M. Haig, Jr. regarding the completion of a drafted message. Following this, the President instructs Haig and Raymond K. Price, Jr. to convene with him at the White House for a follow-up meeting. This brief exchange serves to coordinate the scheduling and review of the finished document.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to coordinate an urgent communication with H. R. Haldeman. The operator informed the President that Haldeman was expected to arrive at his residence shortly. Nixon directed the operator to reach out to him there, noting that the matter was not urgent but could be addressed once Haldeman became available.
President Nixon directed the White House operator to relay a message to Reverend Billy Graham regarding a follow-up conversation. Nixon requested that Graham be informed that he would call him at approximately noon the following day. This exchange served solely to coordinate the timing of a future communication between the President and the evangelist.
President Nixon instructed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to facilitate a meeting with a person identified as Kate immediately following her current conversation. Nixon emphasized his desire to speak with her promptly while expressing caution about avoiding an interruption to her ongoing discussion. The brief exchange served to coordinate the President's personal schedule regarding this upcoming engagement.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to facilitate a communication bridge with Mr. Bowles. The brief exchange focused on coordinating a return call to the President once Bowles became available. No substantive policy matters were addressed, as the interaction served solely as a logistical administrative task.