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Nixon Tapes on H. R. Haldeman
1,204 conversations · page 4 of 13 · frequently with Nixon, Haldeman, Bull, Butterfield
President Nixon met with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review and finalize the President's upcoming daily schedule. The brief discussion focused on coordinating a meeting with H.R. Haldeman immediately preceding a scheduled swearing-in ceremony. Bull also presented a book for the President to sign as part of his administrative duties.
H. R. Haldeman and Major General James D. Hughes discussed the logistical difficulties of transporting President Nixon to Camp David via helicopter due to poor weather conditions. Haldeman emphasized the President's preference to avoid a long drive and requested an evaluation of alternative landing sites, such as Thurmont. Hughes committed to investigating the viability of nearby landing locations and reporting back to Haldeman shortly.
On January 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 3:52 pm and 3:55 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 314-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman reviewed drafts of upcoming major addresses, specifically the President's Vietnam peace plan speech and his State of the Union address. The discussion focused on refining the tone, structure, and factual presentation of these speeches, with particular emphasis on how to communicate the complexity of secret peace negotiations and the necessity of the Vietnamization policy to the American public. They also coordinated logistical details for a forthcoming White House dinner and discussed personnel management within the administration, including the roles of John Connally and Peter Flanigan.
On January 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:38 pm and 7:37 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 018-094 of the White House Tapes.
On January 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:42 pm and 3:45 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 650-014 of the White House Tapes.
On January 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 3:58 pm to 3:59 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-013 of the White House Tapes.
On January 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:14 pm and 7:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed H. R. Haldeman to ensure Charles W. Colson was included on the guest list for an upcoming White House dinner with Cabinet officers. Nixon emphasized that Colson’s presence was essential to signal his high-level authority and influence to the administration's leadership. Haldeman acknowledged the directive, confirming that Colson would be added to the event if he was not already scheduled to attend.
On January 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:38 am and 10:47 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-026 of the White House Tapes.
On January 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:38 am and 10:47 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-027 of the White House Tapes.
On January 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:06 am and 11:10 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-029 of the White House Tapes.
On January 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 11:10 am to 11:11 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-030 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to handle routine administrative tasks, including the signing of official documents and coordination regarding H. R. Haldeman’s schedule for an upcoming Cabinet dinner. The President also engaged in a brief, informal telephone conversation with Robert H. Finch concerning his health and recovery. The interaction concluded with the President emphasizing the need for strategic political momentum heading into the upcoming months.
On January 25, 1972, Henry A. Kissinger, President Richard M. Nixon, and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:55 pm and 9:21 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-064 of the White House Tapes.
On January 25, 1972, the White House operator and Henry A. Kissinger talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:55 pm and 10:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-066 of the White House Tapes.
On January 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:24 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-088 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:47 am and 7:52 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 656-006 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:09 pm and 12:12 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 656-014 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to review administrative scheduling matters and finalize items requiring the President’s signature. They briefly discussed the public and diplomatic reception of Nixon's recent Vietnam peace proposal speech delivered the previous day. The session concluded with logistical arrangements involving H.R. Haldeman and the management of the President's immediate calendar.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:20 pm and 3:23 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 656-028 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:35 pm and 3:58 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-109 of the White House Tapes.
On January 26, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:01 pm and 4:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-113 of the White House Tapes.
On January 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:25 pm and 5:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-150 of the White House Tapes.
On January 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:30 pm and 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-152 of the White House Tapes.
On January 29, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:47 am and 11:44 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-166 of the White House Tapes.
Nellie Connally contacted H. R. Haldeman to inform him that her husband, John B. Connally, would remain at home to recover rather than traveling to the White House as the President had offered. Haldeman expressed appreciation for the President's thoughtfulness and emphasized that John Connally’s priority should be resting until he is fully recovered. The two concluded the call with a mutual agreement to keep lines of communication open regarding his health and eventual return to duties.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Henry Kissinger met to discuss domestic political strategy and preparations for the President's upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China. Haldeman advised against holding a press conference, warning that the administration would face aggressive questioning on sensitive issues like the budget deficit, Vietnam, and various controversies involving George Romney and Jack Anderson. The group also addressed recent press criticism, specifically discussing Kissinger's interactions with Washington Post publisher Katharine Graham.
On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 4:35 pm and 4:53 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-171 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed the President's upcoming schedule and workload. Nixon expressed a specific desire for a quiet day to manage his agenda. The brief exchange focused primarily on organizing these personal time requirements.
On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:29 pm and 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-179 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 5:32 pm to 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-180 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:06 pm and 7:26 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon directs his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to secure a spot for Rita Rajnich De Fantis on the upcoming presidential trip to the People’s Republic of China. Emphasizing that it is essential for First Lady Pat Nixon to have proper assistance on the trip, the President instructs Woods to coordinate with H. R. Haldeman to either add an extra position or reallocate an existing one. Woods agrees to discuss the logistical arrangements with Haldeman the following morning.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield met to coordinate logistical arrangements for upcoming appointments and administrative tasks. The President directed Butterfield to secure a replacement plaque for the University of Nebraska football team to honor their top-ranking status. Additionally, they reviewed the scheduling sequence for meetings involving Billy Graham and H.R. Haldeman to ensure the President’s workflow remained efficient.
On February 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:45 am and 10:03 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 662-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate a strategy for challenging the perceived bias of major television networks, focusing specifically on the distribution and promotion of Edith Efron's book, *How CBS Tried to Kill a Book*. The discussion involved plans to utilize Patrick Buchanan and various conservative organizations to monitor media coverage and distribute Efron’s forthcoming testimony to key influencers. During the meeting, Stephen B. Bull joined to briefly discuss the President's schedule, including a potential appointment related to the Atomic Energy Commission.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the timing and strategy for responding to a current political or public relations challenge. Nixon insists on a cautious, patient approach, opting to wait for the situation to evolve before taking action. The President ultimately affirms that he has already dictated his chosen course of action and maintains that his plan is sufficient.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to discuss political strategy and administrative tasks regarding upcoming campaign materials. The conversation focused on a memorandum intended for H.R. Haldeman concerning public statements by Democratic rivals Edmund Muskie, John Lindsay, and George McGovern. Specifically, they addressed the implications of recent primary and caucus results in Iowa and Arizona to shape the administration's political narrative.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and strategic planning. Their discussion focused on organizing logistics for Nixon’s impending trip to the People's Republic of China, as well as managing his appointments for March and April 1972. The two also reviewed polling materials to assess the political landscape during this critical period.
On February 3, 1972, the White House operator and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 9:55 am and 12:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-044 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to discuss the fallout from a televised interview given by H. R. Haldeman, which drew significant criticism for his rhetoric regarding Vietnam War dissenters. The two strategized on how to manage the ensuing press inquiries, focusing on the need to emphasize the President's support for 'honest criticism' while distancing the administration from the more incendiary aspects of Haldeman's personal views. They also reviewed preparations for the President’s upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China, including logistical issues related to the press pool and upcoming media briefings.
President Nixon and Ronald Ziegler discussed upcoming press briefings, specifically addressing Henry Kissinger’s presentation of a foreign policy report and recent media coverage concerning H. R. Haldeman’s controversial remarks about critics of Vietnam War negotiations. They agreed that Ziegler should respond to George McGovern’s recent policy proposals by refusing to comment on the positions of presidential candidates while maintaining the right to correct factual errors. Additionally, Nixon categorically denied a rumor reported by Helen Thomas regarding his direct involvement in selecting journalists for the upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China, authorizing Ziegler to clarify that the selection process followed established criteria rather than personal influence.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming meeting involving Robert McNamara and John Connally. Nixon instructs Haldeman to have Stephen Bull facilitate the guests' visit to his office, specifically noting his desire for McNamara to see the room. Additionally, the President briefly addresses the need to contact Senator Hugh Scott regarding the administration's support from congressional "hawks."
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate the administration's public relations strategy following an interview given by H. R. Haldeman. They discussed whether to issue a formal statement regarding the controversy or simply allow the issue to fade, ultimately deciding against volunteering further information to the press. The conversation also touched on preparations for the President's upcoming trip to the People's Republic of China and the timing of a planned foreign policy address.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss political strategy and administrative messaging, specifically regarding Haldeman's recent appearance on the Today show and public reaction to administration stances on Vietnam. The pair reviewed potential inquiries from the press and strategies for responding to critics, while also addressing logistical concerns related to the President's upcoming schedule, including a memorial service for Llewellyn E. Thompson. The conversation concluded with administrative updates involving Rose Mary Woods and the management of office materials.
On February 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-070 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Charles G. “Bebe” Rebozo discussed logistical arrangements for an upcoming presidential trip to Florida, including fishing plans with John B. Connally and Robert H. Abplanalp. They also reviewed political strategy, specifically discussing H. R. Haldeman’s recent public criticism of administration opponents. The conversation touched upon the reactions of various Democratic presidential candidates to these attacks and the broader media coverage surrounding the primary election landscape.
President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building on an unknown date, sometime between 3:40 pm on February 9, 1972 and 12:29 pm on March 8, 1972. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 321-017 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:37 pm and 7:25 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-088 of the White House Tapes.
On February 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:19 pm and 6:30 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 671-003 of the White House Tapes.
On February 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:14 pm and 10:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-100 of the White House Tapes.
On February 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 10:03 pm to 10:04 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-101 of the White House Tapes.
On February 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:46 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-104 of the White House Tapes.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:10 am and 8:55 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 675-006 of the White House Tapes.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, and Lawrence M. Higby met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:53 pm and 2:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 322-008 of the White House Tapes.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 3:17 pm to 3:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-121 of the White House Tapes.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:17 pm to 3:18 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 322-012 of the White House Tapes.
On February 29, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:18 pm and 8:40 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 020-122 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met briefly to coordinate administrative logistics and scheduling for upcoming White House events. The conversation focused on managing the attendance of key staff members, including H. R. Haldeman, Ronald Ziegler, and Alexander Haig, at a forthcoming dinner. Additionally, the President offered casual remarks regarding Kissinger’s personal grooming and evening plans, underscoring the informal nature of the scheduling coordination.
On March 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 8:32 am to 8:33 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 676-003 of the White House Tapes.
On March 6, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:30 am and 8:38 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 677-001 of the White House Tapes.
On March 6, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 7:30 am and 8:38 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 677-002 of the White House Tapes.
On March 7, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 10:08 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman engaged in a brief telephone conversation regarding personal matters. The majority of the interaction, lasting nearly six minutes, was subsequently withdrawn from the public record. Consequently, no substantive policy decisions or administrative actions are reflected in the available documentation for this exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman engaged in a brief telephone conversation regarding administrative or political matters. Given the extensive withdrawal of the conversation's content, the specific substance remains classified and unavailable for analysis. Consequently, no definitive policy decisions or developments can be attributed to this exchange.
On March 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Rosemary Manarin met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:40 pm and 4:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 322-042 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum for the file regarding various administrative and political matters involving his senior staff. The discussion touched upon the upcoming press conference, strategies for managing staff members like H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman, and political concerns including the 1972 election cycle. Nixon also addressed potential public relations issues and internal coordination regarding cabinet members and political rivals.
On March 13, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:21 am and 3:50 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-051 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with an unidentified individual regarding the handling of specific administrative tasks and sensitive documentation. The discussion centered on the transcription process involving H.R. Haldeman, Rose Mary Woods, and Marjorie P. Acker. This brief interaction served to coordinate the secretarial responsibilities and internal processing of official memoranda.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman in the Old Executive Office Building for a brief, one-minute consultation. Given the lack of a transcript or accompanying documentation, the specific subject matter and potential action items remain unrecorded. This conversation serves as an archival record of their brief administrative interaction during the 1972 election year.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman to dictate a formal memorandum regarding official administrative or political business. The brief discussion was primarily focused on the recording and documentation of specific executive directives. As the conversation content remains restricted or withdrawn, the specific policy or administrative subject matter of the memorandum remains unavailable for review.
On March 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Craig S. Campbell talked on the telephone from 7:05 pm to 7:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-077 of the White House Tapes.
On March 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:07 pm and 7:10 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-080 of the White House Tapes.
On March 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-082 of the White House Tapes.
On March 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:22 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-085 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 8:47 pm and 9:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-087 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:29 pm and 10:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-091 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-096 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 021-097 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate his daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion was the preparation for an upcoming meeting with White House Chief of Staff H.R. Haldeman. This brief session served to organize the President's priorities and manage the flow of administrative business for the morning.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and H.R. Haldeman to discuss the administration's political strategy regarding school busing and a proposed Constitutional amendment. The participants reviewed the public response to the President's recent policy announcement, focusing on favorable polling data and bipartisan support from congressional allies. They also discussed the utility of utilizing computer-categorized call data to gauge public opinion and counter critical news media coverage.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield consulted on logistics regarding the use of Camp David by Secretary of State William P. Rogers. They discussed whether Rogers should occupy the facility alone or invite additional staff members and family. The discussion concluded with instructions for Butterfield to coordinate these details directly with H.R. Haldeman.
On March 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:15 pm and 5:21 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 324-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President's upcoming daily schedule and administrative appointments. The discussion focused on coordinating potential meetings with George P. Shultz, John B. Connally, and Turkish Prime Minister Nihat Erim, with H.R. Haldeman’s input required for timing. This interaction served to manage the President’s logistical workflow and prioritize key official engagements.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the finalization and editorial review of an upcoming Pay Board statement. The discussion focused on organizing necessary documentation and delegating the revision process to William Safire, specifically concerning policy details related to the longshoremen. The pair resolved to route the materials to Safire for his final assessment to ensure the statement's accuracy before release.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met briefly in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate the Chief of Staff's daily schedule. The discussion served as a routine administrative check-in to align the President's priorities with Haldeman's upcoming agenda. No specific policy decisions were finalized during this brief encounter.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 9:21 am to 9:22 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-023 of the White House Tapes.
On March 27, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 9:21 am to 9:22 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 327-004 of the White House Tapes.
On March 27, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:11 am and 12:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 022-027 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman queried Robert H. Finch to definitively clarify his involvement with ITT executives amid the ongoing controversy surrounding Dita D. Beard. Finch categorically denied placing any calls to ITT regarding the San Diego matter or communicating with William R. Merriam or Edward J. Gerrity, Jr. regarding the specific allegations raised by Beard. He confirmed only having past, unrelated discussions with the company concerning expropriation issues in Chile, while suggesting that Robert C. Wilson was the primary point of contact for ITT’s actions.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate updates to his daily schedule. The conversation focused on the availability and inclusion of Charles W. Colson and H.R. Haldeman for upcoming meetings. Nixon explicitly instructed Bull to ensure these key advisors were present if their schedules permitted.
H. R. Haldeman coordinated a discreet meeting between President Nixon and Attorney General Richard G. Kleindienst to review the current political landscape. Following a brief exchange regarding a recent concert Kleindienst attended, the two men arranged for the Attorney General to enter the White House via the South Grounds and Diplomatic Entrance to avoid press attention. Haldeman emphasized the need for total discretion regarding the meeting, a protocol Kleindienst agreed to follow to avoid public speculation.
President Nixon, likely speaking with H.R. Haldeman, urgently requested to see an individual before noon. The primary focus of this brief exchange was to arrange a meeting, with the President emphasizing the need for the individual to be available. No specific policy discussions or decisions are evident in this short segment, only the logistical arrangement of a high-priority meeting.
H. R. Haldeman facilitates a brief telephone connection between President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox. The discussion centers on coordinating their respective schedules, specifically regarding Tricia’s participation in an upcoming Catholic event. The participants also briefly touch upon the current status of the Vietnam offensive.
President Nixon dictates a memorandum regarding the escalating North Vietnamese offensive and the subsequent administration strategy toward bombing campaigns in Laos and Vietnam. He consults with H.R. Haldeman to coordinate his upcoming schedule, specifically regarding a planned speech and press conference. The discussion emphasizes the need for internal alignment, necessitating consultations with John Connally, Henry Kissinger, and William Rogers to manage media coverage and public messaging.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for an upcoming lunch with H. R. Haldeman. The discussion transitioned into informal geopolitical observations, with Nixon critiquing the Italian political system and government stability. Nixon expressed a preference for stronger constitutional structures, such as those found in France, to address the perceived shortcomings in Italian governance.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to dictate a memorandum for the file regarding a specific administrative matter. The conversation primarily served to document internal records for future reference. No substantive policy discussions or major strategic decisions are captured in this brief recorded segment.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discuss the contents of the morning news summary to determine relevant items for the President's upcoming schedule. The brief exchange focuses on identifying potential issues or political developments that require the President's attention during his daily briefing. No specific policy decisions are finalized in this short administrative consultation regarding the President's agenda.
President Nixon discussed a report he had previously given to H.R. Haldeman, emphasizing that its contents were not to be distributed to anyone. The conversation, involving the President and an unidentified individual, focused on controlling the dissemination of this specific report.