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Nixon Tapes on Nixon family
43 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Eisenhower, Nixon, Cox
When Nixon family comes up
Related topics: Personal correspondenceCamp DavidFamilyJulie Nixon EisenhowerPublic relationsPersonal communicationTricia Nixon CoxPresidential schedulingFamily relationsWhite House operationsPersonal affairsPat Nixon1972 electionPersonal health
President Richard Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, engage in a brief, informal personal check-in. The conversation centers on coordinating social arrangements and logistical planning for an upcoming gathering involving Julie and her husband, David Eisenhower. No significant policy decisions are made, as the exchange is limited to light domestic updates and scheduling clarifications.
President Nixon spoke briefly by telephone with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, while First Lady Pat Nixon listened in the background. The interaction was personal in nature, reflecting a routine check-in between family members. No substantive policy discussions or administrative decisions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon called John W. Mulcahy, Jr. to personally extend his best wishes on the occasion of Mulcahy’s wedding to Elizabeth Shea. The conversation served as a gesture of personal goodwill, with the President drawing parallels to his daughter Tricia’s recent wedding and reflecting on his close relationship with the Mulcahy family. Nixon also took a moment to commend Mulcahy's professional service and offered his well wishes for the couple's upcoming honeymoon.
President Nixon held a brief, informal telephone conversation with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, and her husband, David Eisenhower. The discussion centered on personal family matters and domestic logistics rather than policy or administration business. No significant political decisions or governmental actions resulted from this exchange.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, held a brief informal check-in to discuss her current health status and medical treatments. The conversation also touched upon routine administrative matters, including the upcoming schedules for Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Tricia Nixon Cox. Additionally, they reviewed details regarding the President’s itinerary, specifically focusing on a planned visit from Tricia Nixon Cox and a scheduled appearance by Miss America.
President Nixon held a brief, informal meeting with Pat Nixon in his Old Executive Office Building office. The recording primarily serves as a logistical capture of their presence, though the transcript indicates the President was also engaged in unrelated discussions regarding economic policy, labor relations, and administrative strategy with staff members. No significant policy decisions were finalized during this particular interaction.
On October 13, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:24 pm and 4:56 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 011-111 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his daughters, Tricia Nixon Cox and Julie Nixon Eisenhower, regarding the public and media reception of his recent speech at the AFL-CIO convention. Tricia provided her perspective on the television network coverage, specifically critiquing the commentary from NBC and ABC, and offered her assessment of George Meany’s partisan reaction to the President's labor policies. The call also touched upon logistical arrangements for the family’s upcoming weekend trip to Camp David.
President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson discussed the reception and emotional impact of the television program "Christmas at the White House," which was hosted by Julie Nixon Eisenhower. Colson praised the show’s relatable, family-oriented content and described how the program, featuring the President and his family, moved viewers deeply. Nixon expressed satisfaction with the positive feedback and requested an update on the show’s viewership ratings.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger discuss logistics for upcoming travel to Florida and coordinate the messaging for Kissinger’s interactions with the Nixon family. The conversation addresses reports of skepticism from Secretary of State William P. Rogers regarding the President’s China policy, which Nixon and Kissinger dismiss as a lack of understanding. The two reaffirm their control over foreign policy strategy, specifically regarding China, the Soviet Union, and Vietnam negotiations.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, engaged in a brief personal telephone conversation. Due to the withdrawal of the substantive portion of the audio for personal privacy reasons, the specific details and topics discussed remain unavailable for public record. Consequently, no policy decisions or official actions were recorded for this exchange.
President Nixon held a brief meeting with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, in the Oval Office. The discussion served as a personal engagement between the two, though the specific substance remains restricted due to the withdrawal of material from the official record. No substantive policy decisions or political developments were documented during this short interaction.
President Nixon and his close associate Charles G. "Bebe" Rebozo discussed the President's upcoming trip to Florida following his return from the Soviet Union. Rebozo expressed concern over the President's exhaustion after his 10-hour flight and immediate post-arrival speech. The two finalized travel logistics, confirming that the President would be joined by Pat Nixon, Tricia Nixon Cox, and Julie Nixon Eisenhower for a multi-day visit.
On July 20, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 2:02 pm to 2:06 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 349-006 of the White House Tapes.
On July 24, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 11:56 am to 11:57 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-041 of the White House Tapes.
On July 26, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 1:48 pm to 1:49 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 027-082 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate personal scheduling and logistics, including an urgent follow-up call requested by Tricia Nixon Cox. The discussion centered on Tricia's concerns regarding ongoing administration crises and the associated media pressure on the family. Consequently, the participants addressed the need for the Nixon family to maintain a low profile during this period while managing the President’s upcoming meetings with Otto E. Passman and John D. Ehrlichman.
On August 4, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, White House operator, and unknown person(s) talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 10:22 am and 10:24 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-012 of the White House Tapes.
On August 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Tricia Nixon Cox talked on the telephone from 12:05 pm to 12:06 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-042 of the White House Tapes.
On August 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 5:05 pm to 5:07 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-064 of the White House Tapes.
On August 14, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 3:52 pm to 3:54 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-065 of the White House Tapes.
President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 6:03 pm on September 8, 1972 and 2:26 pm on September 10, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 208-006 of the White House Tapes.
On September 16, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 6:37 pm and 7:00 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 211-009 of the White House Tapes.
On September 21, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 7:44 pm to 7:47 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 030-018 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon calls Wesley Powell to offer encouragement and support for his New Hampshire Senate campaign during the final days of the 1972 election. The President expresses his appreciation for Powell's past political support, emphasizes his commitment to "peace with honor," and acknowledges the campaign efforts of his own family members in the state. Beverly Powell joins the call briefly to receive the President's praise for her role in the campaign, while the President reiterates his desire to visit New Hampshire after the election.
President Nixon dictated a letter to Elizabeth Ogilvie to offer consolation regarding her father Richard B. Ogilvie’s recent electoral defeat. Nixon reflected on the nature of public service and shared personal anecdotes about his daughters' reactions to his own political losses in 1960 and 1962. The conversation served as a moment of empathetic outreach, aiming to frame electoral setbacks within the context of a long-term career in public office.
President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 6:05 pm on November 16, 1972 and 12:40 pm on November 17, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 226-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a personal letter to Ann Duggan to express gratitude for the enduring friendship she and her late husband, Tom Duggan, provided his family over the decades. He specifically acknowledges Tom Duggan’s critical role in encouraging him to persevere in his political career following the 1962 election defeat. The letter serves as a formal recognition of the Duggan family's support during both the Nixon family's difficult political periods and their eventual electoral success.
Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Tricia Nixon Cox met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-020 of the White House Tapes.
Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David on an unknown date, sometime between 7:07 pm on November 22, 1972 and 3:36 pm on November 23, 1972. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 230-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Stephen B. Bull, and Zosimo T. Monzon to discuss a wide range of administrative, personal, and scheduling matters. Key topics included office supply procurement, preparations for the 1973 Inauguration, holiday travel plans, and the management of family-related requests. The President also discussed foreign visitor scheduling, the selection of state gifts, and personnel issues involving members of his extended family.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:22 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-001 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 10:30 am and 12:22 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 235-026 of the White House Tapes.
On December 9, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone at Camp David at an unknown time between 4:00 pm and 6:50 pm. The Camp David Study Table taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 157-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon used this session to dictate a letter to journalist Ronald Kessler regarding an article about the Nixon family's history and personal connections. The President reflected on his career in the House, Senate, and Vice Presidency, while also emphasizing his enduring closeness to long-time associates like Clifford and Archie Moore. Furthermore, Nixon finalized arrangements for a future White House visit for Mrs. Moore to coincide with the return of his daughters, Julie Nixon Eisenhower and Tricia Nixon Cox.
President Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met to discuss a wide-ranging agenda of administrative, personal, and inaugural arrangements. They addressed technical logistics such as cassette tape organization and transcription, along with sensitive personnel decisions regarding White House staff and public relations strategies for the First Lady. Additionally, they reviewed potential inaugural activities and identified key appointments, emphasizing the importance of managing press relations and staffing to ensure the effective operation of the East Wing.
On February 24, 1973, Thelma C. ("Pat") (Ryan) Nixon, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, unknown person(s), President Richard M. Nixon, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 8:56 am and 1:36 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 243-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with representatives of the National Association of Retarded Children (NARC), including the 1972 poster child Renee Vincent, to highlight the importance of supporting individuals with intellectual disabilities. The meeting served as a photo opportunity and an occasion for the guests to present the President with a commemorative poster for his future presidential library. Nixon expressed personal support for the organization’s mission, emphasizing the progress made in societal attitudes toward mental retardation and the importance of continued advocacy.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held a brief, informal meeting to discuss the President's improving health and upcoming family plans. The primary focus of the discussion was the President's intention to return home for dinner at approximately 6:00 p.m. No major political decisions or administrative actions were addressed during this short personal exchange.
On May 1, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Julie Nixon Eisenhower talked on the telephone from 1:30 pm to 1:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 045-089 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, engage in a brief, informal social interaction while in the Old Executive Office Building. Their dialogue centers on coordination regarding an upcoming dinner engagement and general personal pleasantries. No substantive policy matters or official political decisions are addressed during this short exchange.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, for a brief personal check-in regarding her recent activities and upcoming evening engagements. During the discussion, the President alluded to political pressures, expressing confidence in a strategic plan to "strike back" against his detractors. The conversation functioned primarily as a morale-building exchange between family members amidst the mounting difficulties of the administration.
President Nixon and his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, held a brief informal meeting to discuss a recent interaction with White House Scholars. The conversation touched upon the positive reception of the administration among students and addressed logistical concerns regarding event scheduling and personnel arrangements. The discussion concluded with a brief exchange confirming their plans to see each other later that evening.