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Nixon Tapes on F. Edward Hébert
18 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Hébert, Colmer, Arends
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President Nixon checked on Representative William M. Colmer’s recovery following a recent surgery and discussed plans for a future lunch meeting during the upcoming Easter recess. The two men also briefly touched upon the President’s travel schedule to California and Nixon’s support for F. Edward Hébert in his public opposition to a CBS news story. The conversation concluded with Colmer reaffirming his commitment to supporting the President's legislative agenda and the military.
President Nixon spoke with Congressman Leslie C. Arends to emphasize that the recent breakthrough in Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT) was a direct result of Congressional support for the antiballistic missile (ABM) program. Nixon credited the firm stance of his allies for the success of his latest announcement and the resulting silence from political opponents like J. William Fulbright. Arends agreed to convey this message to his fellow committee members, including F. Edward Hébert, to reinforce the strategic value of their legislative unity.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to verify the logistics for a dinner event honoring the Louisiana congressional delegation, specifically asking Bull to confirm if the function was scheduled at the Washington Hilton. Nixon directed Bull to report back immediately to ensure he arrived at the correct location. This brief exchange served to finalize the President's departure plans for the evening engagement.
President Nixon and John D. Ehrlichman discuss shifting federal management of water resource projects from the Department of the Interior to NASA, aiming to leverage NASA's technical and management expertise for broader social applications. The President expresses frustration with the current bureaucracy and advocates for utilizing modern scientific approaches over traditional departmental methods. Additionally, the participants coordinate a legislative strategy involving Congressman F. Edward Hébert regarding land use at Camp Pendleton and address ongoing concerns related to New York police issues and J. Edgar Hoover.
President Nixon and Representative Gerald R. Ford discuss recent legislative successes, noting the importance of these victories in demonstrating national strength to North Vietnam. The two also address the administration's aggressive stance against drug trafficking and the political controversy surrounding the New York Times' publication of the Pentagon Papers. Nixon instructs Ford to personally thank Congressman F. Edward Hébert for his role in the legislative wins while advising a cautious, hands-off approach regarding the media's handling of the classified documents.
On June 17, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-122 of the White House Tapes.
On June 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:04 am and 2:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 005-137 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Clark MacGregor discussed the status of a Congressional conference committee report regarding military pay and the controversial Mansfield Amendment. MacGregor reported a breakthrough on military pay but warned that Representative F. Edward Hébert’s firm opposition to the amendment risked a legislative stalemate through the July 4th holiday. To expedite a compromise that would protect the President's induction authority, MacGregor advised Nixon to call Hébert and advocate for language that avoids setting a terminal date for the draft.
On June 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:39 pm and 5:44 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon requested that Mary Swann relay a message to Congressman F. Edward Hébert while he attended a conference. The President sought to have Hébert step away from his current proceedings to call the White House regarding a time-sensitive matter being discussed at the meeting. This call served as an urgent communication effort to facilitate direct contact between the President and the Congressman.
On June 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 6:29 pm to 6:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 531-030 of the White House Tapes.
On June 30, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:23 am and 9:45 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 006-041 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon calls Senator Barry Goldwater to express appreciation for Goldwater's recent television appearance supporting the administration's position. The two discuss the political landscape in Congress, specifically praising Representative F. Edward Hébert for his steadfast leadership in the House of Representatives. Nixon emphasizes the importance of Hébert and Senator John Stennis in resisting legislative pressure during upcoming House-Senate conference negotiations.
President Nixon and an unknown associate discuss urgent legislative strategies regarding an extension bill for the military draft. The participants analyze the timing of a recent legislative vote and the necessity of coordinating with figures like George P. Shultz and F. Edward Hébert to influence the Senate. Nixon emphasizes the need for a swift, decisive approach to manage political deadlines and ensure the success of the administration's policy objectives.
On September 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:34 am and 10:48 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 009-037 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with Clark MacGregor to ensure that Senator Gordon L. Allott is informed that President Nixon will personally intervene with Representatives F. Edward Hébert and Leslie C. Arends regarding an unspecified draft issue. Haldeman emphasizes that the President's involvement must remain strictly confidential to secure the necessary cooperation from the congressmen. MacGregor acknowledges the directive and agrees to convey these instructions to Allott while cautioning against any public disclosure.
President Nixon calls Representative F. Edward Hébert to confirm that a personal request regarding appropriations has been resolved through the efforts of John Ehrlichman. Hébert expresses his gratitude for the President's intervention in clearing the bureaucratic hurdle. The pair concludes the brief conversation with Hébert praising a recent presidential speech and reaffirming their shared hardline stance on using military force to achieve diplomatic goals.
President Nixon and Representative F. Edward Hébert met briefly to follow up on the resolution of an unspecified personnel or procedural matter. The participants confirmed that the issue had been successfully settled and that appropriate credit would be granted. The conversation concludes with a brief, cryptic remark regarding the successful handling of the situation without collateral impact on uninvolved parties.