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Nixon Tapes on Presidential gifts
112 conversations · page 2 of 2 · frequently with Nixon, White House photographer, Bull, Timmons
President Nixon consulted with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to arrange a retirement or appreciation gift for Alexander M. Haig, Jr. He requested that Woods prepare an inscribed music box to be presented to Haig during a scheduled ceremony at the White House where Haig would receive the Distinguished Service Medal. The president specified that the gift's inscription should convey gratitude for Haig's dedicated service to the nation.
President Nixon met with aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming logistical and scheduling details for the White House. The discussion focused on managing staff departures, arranging meetings with families, and organizing the distribution of presidential gifts such as ash trays and tie clasps. Nixon specifically instructed Bull to prioritize the processing of official photographs for visitors and staff.
President Nixon met with his clothing consultant Anthony T. Rossi and associates Acheille Mongelli and Ralph W. Persico in the Oval Office to consult on his personal wardrobe, focusing on material weight, fabric patterns, and tailoring for upcoming spring attire and formal wear. The group also discussed and organized various presidential gift items, including cufflinks, ashtrays, and commemorative coins. The meeting concluded with a photography session, facilitated by a White House photographer, to document the participants.
President Nixon held a brief, ceremonial meeting with Mrs. Bruce Bedford, III and Michael J. Farrell, which included a photo session with members of the press. The discussion focused on pleasantries regarding Mrs. Bedford's longevity, her personal history with former presidents, and her general well-being. The President presented Mrs. Bedford with commemorative gifts, including items bearing the presidential seal, and exchanged well wishes for the future.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule and discussed the allotment of time for a future meeting. They also coordinated the distribution of presidential gifts, specifically cufflinks, for Chet Holifield and Perkins McGuire. The conversation concluded with instructions for Bull to consult with William E. Timmons regarding the logistics of these gift presentations.
President Nixon met with Representative Samuel L. Devine and members of his staff to receive the Captain Eddie Rickenbacker Award, an honor celebrating the perpetuation of American constitutional principles. The participants engaged in brief pleasantries regarding William Mnich’s Ohio radio and television efforts, while the President reciprocated by presenting official gifts, including photographs and cuff links. The discussion also touched upon Captain Rickenbacker’s health recovery following a stroke and the presentation of a gift to Mnich's son.
President Nixon met with Representative Edward J. Derwinski and the Liang family to honor Mabel Liang, the 1972 National Outstanding Teenager. The brief, ceremonial meeting focused on introductions, the exchange of presidential mementos and gifts, and the documentation of the event by a White House photographer. The participants concluded the session with the signing and distribution of commemorative photographs.
President Nixon met with Michael P. Balzano and a group of his family and associates in the Oval Office to conduct a ceremonial swearing-in for Balzano. The brief interaction included photo opportunities with the press and the presentation of commemorative gifts, such as presidential cufflinks and pins. The conversation centered on the logistical arrangements for the ceremony and expressions of pride regarding Balzano's new leadership role.
President Nixon met with John C. Slemp and Stephen B. Bull to host a brief social visit and photo session. The conversation centered on Slemp’s extensive background in religious journalism, his global travels, and his literary work. The President concluded the meeting by presenting Slemp with personal gifts, including an autographed pen and cufflinks.
On May 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:38 am and 9:59 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 918-011 of the White House Tapes.
On May 15, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:38 am and 9:59 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 918-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Thomas R. Moore, Thomas S. Kleppe, and William J. Baroody, Jr. in the Oval Office for a brief, ceremonial engagement. The session included formal introductions, a photo opportunity with members of the press, and the presentation of presidential gifts, including cufflinks and a portrait. The participants also facilitated the delivery of an eight-page statement during the meeting.