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Nixon Tapes on H. R. Haldeman
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On December 11, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:55 am and 12:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-039 of the White House Tapes.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office to confirm the whereabouts of H.R. Haldeman. The brief exchange focused on coordinating a planned meeting with Haldeman, who indicated he would wait for the President before departing. No further substantive policy matters were discussed before the participants moved to follow through on these logistical arrangements.
On December 12, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:36 pm and 3:38 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 820-023 of the White House Tapes.
On December 13, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:50 am and 10:54 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 385-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual, likely White House valet Manolo Sanchez, to facilitate the delivery of materials from H.R. Haldeman. The brief interaction served as an administrative exchange of documents or items within the Executive Office Building. No substantive policy discussions were recorded during this short encounter.
President Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower discuss coordinating a meeting between Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler and First Lady Pat Nixon regarding Julie’s career plans. Following consultation with H.R. Haldeman, the President decides to facilitate the outreach himself to ensure a direct discussion. The President tasks Ziegler with calling the First Lady to schedule a meeting for that afternoon.
On December 13, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 11:22 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-061 of the White House Tapes.
On December 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:05 pm and 1:07 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 823-010 of the White House Tapes.
On December 14, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:35 pm and 4:03 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-084 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:46 am and 10:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 825-007 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:46 am and 10:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 825-009 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:09 am and 11:25 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 825-016 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:09 am and 11:25 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 825-017 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:45 pm and 4:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-101 of the White House Tapes.
On December 16, 1972, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:45 pm and 4:27 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-102 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to locate Counselor to the President Anne L. Armstrong for an urgent conversation with Richard Nixon. After initial efforts to find her at the Mayflower Hotel prove unsuccessful, Haldeman instructs the operator to check with the Republican National Committee and contact her husband in Texas. The search highlights the administration's priority in reaching Armstrong for immediate consultation.
H. R. Haldeman informs Anne L. Armstrong that the White House has leaked to the Washington Star her appointment as a Cabinet-rank Counselor to the President. They discuss the scope of her new role, which will focus on broad policy matters including women's issues, and address the logistical arrangement of splitting her time between Washington, D.C., and Texas. To solidify her new position, Haldeman instructs Armstrong to attend a Cabinet dinner that evening, providing her with logistical support and emphasizing the importance of her immediate transition into her new official duties.
On December 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:02 am and 10:03 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-111 of the White House Tapes.
On December 17, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 3:27 pm and 3:28 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-122 of the White House Tapes.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:11 am and 11:14 am. The Camp David Study Desk taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 184-007 of the White House Tapes.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 1:43 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 381-016 of the White House Tapes.
On December 18, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:43 pm and 2:45 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 381-020 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman met to discuss personnel and organizational logistics for the upcoming second term, specifically focusing on the office placement of Counselor Anne L. Armstrong within the White House complex. Nixon insisted that Armstrong be provided with suitable office space inside the White House rather than the Executive Office Building to enhance her profile, even at the expense of office space for other staffers. Additionally, the President received updates on internal leadership disputes within the Republican National Committee regarding finance chair candidates.
On December 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:22 pm and 7:41 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 034-132 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon attempted to reach Chief of Staff H. R. Haldeman, who was unavailable while attending an event at the Washington National Cathedral. Upon learning of the delay, the President redirected the operator to initiate a call to Undersecretary of Defense Kenneth Rush. The conversation reflects Nixon’s efforts to conduct official business regarding the Department of Defense during the evening hours.
H. R. Haldeman met with Secret Service agents and unknown personnel in the Oval Office to coordinate logistics regarding the Presidential Locator System and monitor the President’s location in the Cabinet Room. The discussion also touched upon personal administrative matters, specifically Haldeman’s purchase of a vehicle through the United Buying Service. The brief meeting concluded after addressing these security and private procurement arrangements.
On December 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 12:32 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 392-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard Nixon and H.R. Haldeman held a brief, inconsequential exchange in the Old Executive Office Building. The conversation primarily consisted of fragmented pleasantries and non-substantive filler, with no policy decisions, strategic planning, or significant directives recorded. The interaction concluded almost immediately without advancing any administration objectives.
On December 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:12 pm and 5:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-004 of the White House Tapes.
On December 26, 1972, the White House operator and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone at 5:13 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed Charles Colson to contact H.R. Haldeman to express the President's intense displeasure regarding National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger’s recent meeting with Senator Charles Percy. Nixon demanded that Haldeman strictly warn Kissinger to cease all unauthorized media contacts and meetings while in Palm Springs to protect the administration's image and sensitive Vietnam policy negotiations. The President voiced concerns that Kissinger’s personal vanity and social interactions threatened to undermine his authority and leak classified information.
President Nixon met with an unknown female staff member in the Oval Office to facilitate the reproduction of specific administrative documents. During the brief interaction, the President requested copies of memoranda—labeled as 'talking papers'—that were intended for H.R. Haldeman. The meeting concluded once the logistical arrangements for these files were established.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum to senior aides H. R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman outlining his strategy for a second-term administrative reorganization. The discussion focused on expanding George P. Shultz's role in economic policy, tax reform, and trade, while also addressing the need to integrate departmental perspectives into a streamlined executive structure. Nixon instructed his staff to coordinate with Roy L. Ash and William E. Timmons to ensure that congressional and political considerations were effectively managed during this transition.
On December 28, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:39 pm and 2:20 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 380-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates instructions to H. R. Haldeman regarding the selection process for official U.S. delegations, specifically citing the recent funeral of Lester Pearson as an example of overly bureaucratic choices. Nixon mandates that future delegations prioritize rewarding loyalists, major financial and political supporters, and key allies in Congress and the media rather than relying on State Department officials. To streamline this process, he orders the creation of a standing list of approximately 100 vetted individuals to ensure delegations can be formed quickly while maintaining minimal administration representation.
On January 3, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:02 pm and 4:19 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 832-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Manolo Sanchez to coordinate his daily schedule and manage administrative logistics. The discussion focused on facilitating upcoming calls with John Ehrlichman, Henry Kissinger, and Alexander Haig, as well as arranging a meeting with H.R. Haldeman. Additionally, Nixon provided instructions regarding the handling of private files for filing by Rose Mary Woods.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed a scheduling misunderstanding regarding an upcoming meeting with Secretary of Defense Elliot L. Richardson. Nixon clarified his preference for meeting durations, specifying that all appointments should be limited to thirty minutes unless he explicitly directs otherwise. Additionally, the President requested a meeting with Henry Kissinger to be arranged.
On January 4, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 2:54 pm to 2:55 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-086 of the White House Tapes.
On January 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator talked on the telephone at Camp David from 8:49 pm to 8:50 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 160-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman briefly review the President's upcoming daily schedule and internal staff movements. The discussion centers on coordinating meetings involving John Ehrlichman, Stephen Bull, and Charles Colson to ensure the President remains fully briefed on ongoing administrative matters. No major policy decisions are reached, as the participants focus on logistics and the management of executive appointments.
President Nixon dictates a memorandum to H. R. Haldeman establishing a strict protocol for the handling of high-level administration appointments. Nixon directs Haldeman to oversee the process and participate in all appointment discussions to ensure that competing interests from the RNC, Charles Colson, and Cabinet members are properly balanced and vetted. This directive serves to centralize control over personnel decisions while insulating the President from internal staff conflicts and potential disputes with Congress.
President Nixon met with an unknown woman to provide specific instructions regarding the handling of his personal dictation tapes and related memoranda. He emphasized the necessity of maintaining personal control over the original recordings, explicitly stating his desire to secure the tapes himself rather than having them copied or filed by others. The discussion focused on establishing a secure process for the custody and clearance of these sensitive records.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and address administrative matters. The discussion centered on managing access to the President, specifically regarding a request from Vice President Spiro Agnew to meet with Nixon following a prior communication with H.R. Haldeman. Nixon also reviewed logistical plans involving key staff members, including Haldeman and William E. Timmons.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate key administrative personnel appointments, specifically prioritizing the exclusion of unauthorized intermediaries in the decision-making process. The discussion focused on strategies for managing press relations, particularly regarding negative coverage from the Washington Post and CBS, and leveraging potential influence over political figures like Lyndon B. Johnson. They also touched upon staffing roles for figures like Charles Colson and H. R. Haldeman, ensuring tighter control over news summaries and organizational responses to political pressure.
On January 11, 1973, 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 3:15 pm and 3:19 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 401-027 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and President Richard M. Nixon talked on the telephone from 3:55 pm to 3:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-139 of the White House Tapes.
On January 11, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:30 pm and 6:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 035-148 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to attend to routine administrative and logistical matters in the Old Executive Office Building. Their discussion centered on technical issues involving the President's dictating machine in H.R. Haldeman’s office, as well as a request for Sanchez to contact Julie Nixon Eisenhower. Additionally, the pair addressed personal arrangements including a food order.
President Nixon met with Sally Inge to dictate informal notes for his personal files regarding various administrative and social matters. The discussion included updates on the health of Alice Roosevelt Longworth and inquiries regarding the scheduling and whereabouts of H.R. Haldeman and Bebe Rebozo. Additionally, the President noted miscellaneous logistical details concerning upcoming events and correspondence.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman debriefed following the 1973 Inaugural concerts, expressing general satisfaction with the performances and the decision to diversify the entertainment offerings compared to previous years. They discussed the logistics of celebrity involvement and the importance of recognizing performers who supported the President, while specifically ensuring that figures like Frank Rizzo and John Connally were properly accommodated. Additionally, Nixon directed Haldeman to contact Robert Finch in California to clarify the reason for his absence from the inaugural festivities, concerned that it might be perceived negatively.
On January 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:01 am and 10:29 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-025 of the White House Tapes.
On January 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 10:29 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-024 of the White House Tapes.
On January 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:21 pm and 12:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-015 of the White House Tapes.
On January 22, 1973, 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 2:55 pm and 3:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 400-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum for his files to document various administrative and political matters following his second inauguration. The recording covers preparations for a speech on the Vietnam settlement, reflections on the public reception of his inaugural address, and updates regarding White House staff and press relations. Additionally, the President noted recent engagements with officials, including Admiral Thomas H. Moorer, and touched upon developments regarding Henry Kissinger’s schedule and international reactions to the Vietnam peace efforts.
On January 22, 1973, 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 4:51 pm and 5:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 400-013 of the White House Tapes.
On January 22, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and Walter R. Tkach talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 5:55 pm and 6:19 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-048 of the White House Tapes.
On January 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:22 pm and 7:14 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-054 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to locate H.R. Haldeman to discuss urgent matters before the President became occupied with other obligations. Nixon also directed that Alexander M. Haig, Jr. be brought in immediately to join the meeting. Bull was tasked with determining Haldeman's availability without disrupting his current staff meeting while ensuring Haig's prompt arrival.
President Nixon directs the White House operator to facilitate an urgent call between Chief of Staff H.R. Haldeman and former Secretary of the Treasury John B. Connally. The discussion focuses on determining Connally's current location in Jamaica and evaluating the security of communication lines, specifically whether the call can be placed via a secure channel or must go through a commercial operator. The President prioritizes establishing contact with Connally as quickly as possible.
On January 23, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:40 pm and 12:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-072 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:40 pm and 12:43 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-073 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and William E. Timmons talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:43 pm and 1:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-075 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, the White House operator and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 12:43 pm and 1:01 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-077 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon contacted Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to enforce a strict directive barring White House staff from communicating with Time magazine journalists Jerrold L. Schecter and Hugh S. Sidey. Nixon demanded that his orders to freeze all cooperation with the publication be fully understood and upheld for the remainder of his term. He confirmed that he would also coordinate with H. R. Haldeman to ensure the policy was consistently implemented across the administration.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 11:17 pm and 11:20 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-100 of the White House Tapes.
On January 24, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:52 am and 1:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 403-003 of the White House Tapes.
On January 24, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 7:40 pm and 7:52 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-108 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon coordinated with Stephen B. Bull to arrange a meeting with H.R. Haldeman regarding revisions to an upcoming speech. The President established a strict timeline to review these materials before his departure for a funeral later that morning. Bull was tasked with confirming Haldeman's availability to ensure the briefing occurred between 8:45 and 9:15 AM.
On January 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:39 am and 9:01 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 405-006 of the White House Tapes.
On January 25, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:55 pm and 5:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 842-011 of the White House Tapes.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to initiate a telephone call to William C. Timmons. The brief exchange focuses on locating Timmons to establish contact. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions were addressed beyond this logistical request.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to coordinate arrangements for upcoming funeral services. The discussion focused on logistical planning involving the Capitol, the National Cathedral, and the involvement of Billy Graham. Additionally, the two reviewed the President’s schedule at the Executive Office Building and addressed a memorandum from James D. Hughes to H. R. Haldeman.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, unknown person(s), and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:23 pm and 5:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 406-017 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1973, 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 6:08 pm and 6:15 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 406-020 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:57 pm and 7:39 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 036-123 of the White House Tapes.
On January 30, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 7:39 pm to 7:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 406-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with Patrick J. Buchanan to prepare for an upcoming press conference regarding the Watergate scandal. Nixon expressed concerns that previous public statements by John Ehrlichman were unhelpful and directed Buchanan to coordinate with John Dean and H.R. Haldeman to develop a strategy. The President decided to adopt a position of silence on the Watergate case due to pending litigation, while also formulating specific responses to anticipated questions regarding executive privilege, staff involvement, and the scope of internal White House investigations.
On January 31, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 12:38 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 403-026 of the White House Tapes.
On January 31, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Manolo Sanchez met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 12:41 pm and 2:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 403-028 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon asked Stephen Bull to locate H.R. Haldeman to discuss a letter Nixon had sent to heavyweight boxing champion George Foreman. The primary focus was on the salutation and proper addressing of the letter, with Nixon seeking confirmation on whether he had sent a congratulatory note and how it should be addressed.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review his upcoming schedule, specifically regarding meetings with Ted Stevens, Department of Housing and Urban Development officials, Henry Kissinger, and Japanese leadership. H. R. Haldeman joined briefly to further coordinate the President's calendar and synchronize Kissinger's own schedule with that of the President. The conversation concluded quickly after these logistical arrangements were established.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to review logistical details regarding his upcoming schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating appointments with British Prime Minister Edward R. G. Heath and H. R. Haldeman. This meeting served to finalize arrangements for these key interactions within the President's daily agenda.
On February 5, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 8:12 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-028 of the White House Tapes.
On February 6, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:35 am and 11:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 850-012 of the White House Tapes.
On February 7, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at 7:45 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-040 of the White House Tapes.
On February 13, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:54 am and 9:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 854-007 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule and administrative preparations. Their discussion centered on coordinating a meeting involving Charles Colson and H.R. Haldeman, as well as timing for a legislative message and a related radio announcement. They ultimately decided to schedule a briefing or announcement for 12:00 p.m.
President Nixon instructed his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate a meeting with George H.W. Bush and H.R. Haldeman for later that afternoon. The President directed that the meeting be officially placed on his schedule, but explicitly excluded a photo opportunity. Nixon also adjusted his subsequent appointment with John Ehrlichman to accommodate the timing of the meeting with Bush.
President Nixon met briefly with his personal aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his daily schedule and upcoming appointments. The discussion focused on managing the logistics for scheduled meetings with Harry S. Dent, Rose Mary Woods, and likely H.R. Haldeman. This meeting served as a routine administrative check-in to organize the President’s morning agenda.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:11 am and 11:16 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 859-023 of the White House Tapes.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:04 pm to 12:05 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 859-033 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discuss a request for the President to attend a reception hosted by Senator Strom Thurmond for Senator Carl Curtis. Nixon decides against attending, arguing that it would appear redundant and potentially negative in the press given that he is already hosting a major congressional reception at the White House. Haldeman agrees with this assessment and commits to filtering future scheduling requests through his office to prevent such oversights.
On February 21, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 6:33 pm and 6:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-158 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman coordinate the recruitment of an unnamed woman for a new position, agreeing that Haldeman should manage the negotiation to distance the President from the personnel matter. They identify the need to move her out of an agency facing impending budget cuts and into a more prestigious role. To incentivize her acceptance, Nixon instructs Haldeman to highlight an upcoming major announcement regarding the People's Republic of China and a promised summer trip there.
On February 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:42 pm and 12:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 861-017 of the White House Tapes.
On February 22, 1973, 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 2:26 pm and 2:35 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 411-016 of the White House Tapes.
On February 22, 1973, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:47 pm and 3:16 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 043-171 of the White House Tapes.