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Nixon Tapes on First Family
17 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Cox, Eisenhower, Bull
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discussed the logistics and scheduling for an upcoming diplomatic reception. They reviewed plans for gift presentations, the formation of the receiving line involving the First Family and the Cox family, and the potential for a public statement. Additionally, they coordinated arrangements for an official photograph of the First Family intended for use by Time and Life magazines.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified individual regarding an upcoming National Archives event involving First Lady Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon, and Edward R.F. Cox. The discussion focused on the potential impact of the First Lady’s participation and the strategic importance of her addressing the attendees. Despite the significance placed on the event, the participants expressed doubt that the First Lady would ultimately deliver the suggested remarks.
President Nixon and his daughter Tricia Nixon Cox discussed the political optics and public perception surrounding the First Family's use of military Jetstar aircraft for personal travel. Fearing negative press inquiries or political criticism, the President advised Tricia and her sister Julie to limit their usage of the government planes to roughly once every three weeks. He encouraged them to utilize commercial flights for routine travel to ensure they were not vulnerable to accusations of abusing taxpayer resources.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods and Tricia Nixon Cox to discuss administrative logistics and political concerns, including the appropriate frequency of the First Family's use of government JetStar aircraft to avoid public scrutiny. The group also addressed the recent United Nations vote regarding Taiwan, expressing frustration over the conduct of delegates during the proceedings. Additionally, they reviewed scheduling matters, campaign-related travel for Tricia, and the selection of an official portrait photograph for the President and First Lady.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discuss various personal and professional matters, including their upcoming schedules and the public relations surrounding First Family speaking engagements. They review recent activities involving Julie Nixon Eisenhower and the media coverage of her appearances, as well as the status of Pat Nixon's goodwill tour to Africa. Additionally, the President touches upon his planned trip to Florida and his anticipated address to the AFL-CIO convention.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and later Julie Nixon Eisenhower to discuss public relations strategy following a contentious speech at the AFL-CIO convention and ongoing economic policy debates. The conversation centered on managing the administration's image, particularly regarding George Meany and the Pay Board, while planning future outreach efforts for the First Family. The President and his advisors emphasized leveraging family members for volunteer and community engagement events, specifically targeting key demographic groups and regions, to bolster support for his policies.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details regarding official First Family Christmas photographs taken in the Blue Room. The discussion addressed the distribution of these images through wire services and personal photographers. Additionally, Nixon briefly reviewed communication requests from General James D. Hughes concerning Liberia and issued specific instructions for General Walter R. Tkach.
President Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower coordinated the logistics and timing for an upcoming photo session involving the First Family. The conversation centered on reconciling the President's immediate schedule, including a meeting with Secretary of Agriculture Earl L. Butz, with the arrangements for the photography session on the White House lawn. Ultimately, the discussion served to ensure the photo event could proceed without disrupting the President’s pending official appointments.
President Nixon consulted with the White House operator to discuss logistical arrangements regarding the First Family's schedule. The brief exchange focused on administrative coordination for upcoming personal or public engagements. No major policy decisions were made, as the call served primarily as a functional request for information management.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to discuss the logistics of the First Family's upcoming travel plans, specifically regarding departures to Camp David. They reviewed the scheduled arrivals of Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower to the White House. Additionally, the conversation briefly touched upon matters involving Henry A. Kissinger.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate logistical details and daily schedules for the First Family and White House staff. The discussion centered on the specific agendas of Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Eisenhower, alongside a request regarding Charles Colson’s availability. These arrangements focused on managing lunch appointments and personal itineraries for the President’s inner circle.
President Richard Nixon met with First Lady Pat Nixon and their daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David. While the majority of the brief interaction remains classified due to its personal nature, the session functioned as a private family gathering. No policy decisions or administrative actions were recorded during this segment of the meeting.
President Nixon coordinated with the White House operator to facilitate communication regarding the travel schedules and locations of the First Family, specifically mentioning Pat Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Edward R. F. Cox. This brief exchange served to track the whereabouts of family members during the weekend. No major policy decisions were made during this logistical coordination.
First Lady Pat Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met at the Aspen Lodge in Camp David for a private family discussion. Due to the withdrawal of the recorded content under personal privacy provisions, the substantive details of their conversation remain unavailable for public review. The meeting concluded with both individuals departing the lodge before early evening.
President Nixon uses his recording system to dictate a letter of appreciation to journalist Ronald Kessler regarding a recent Washington Post article about the First Family. The President reflects on the piece, which featured personal anecdotes from Clifford and Willard Moore about their time with the Nixons. Nixon emphasizes the warmth of these memories and directs that the message be formally transcribed for the reporter.
President Nixon consulted with Major John V. Brennan regarding the feasibility of the First Family traveling to Camp David despite adverse weather conditions. Brennan advised that while the flight would be slightly longer and more turbulent due to high winds and snow flurries, access to the retreat remained possible. Following this assessment, Nixon concluded the call after confirming the potential for a round trip that same evening.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, discussed logistics and travel plans for an upcoming weekend trip to Camp David. They coordinated the arrival times for the First Family members, including Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Edward Cox, while expressing concern regarding public scrutiny of the family's activities. Additionally, the President arranged his work schedule at Birch Lodge and finalized movie selections for the visit.