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Nixon Tapes on Record keeping
35 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Woods, Bull, Sanchez
When Record keeping comes up
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On February 20, 1971, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:44 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 454-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his personal secretary Rose Mary Woods discuss the editing and reproduction of personal correspondence and remarks. They focus on maintaining discretion regarding sensitive documents, specifically agreeing that personal notes should be transcribed rather than photocopied and distributed. The discussion highlights their efforts to manage the circulation of private papers while maintaining a professional standard for official records.
On April 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods talked on the telephone from 9:29 am to 9:31 am. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-077 of the White House Tapes.
On July 6, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:00 am and 10:31 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 538-009 of the White House Tapes.
On September 23, 1971, 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 3:31 pm and 4:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 280-022 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet Manolo Sanchez and secretary Rose Mary Woods to discuss administrative adjustments to records and schedules. The dialogue focuses on managing specific documentation and limiting the duration of recorded materials or logs. The participants reach an understanding regarding the need to restrict the volume of these records while ensuring designated personnel follow the prescribed instructions.
On November 2, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:35 pm and 4:40 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 613-004 of the White House Tapes.
On November 11, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:19 pm and 8:24 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 297-003 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon utilized this brief session to dictate a memorandum for the official record. The recording captures a short administrative act, although the specific content of the dictation remains largely obscured or unavailable in the provided transcript. The interaction serves as a brief instance of the President managing internal documentation and administrative tasks.
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 dictated a memorandum for his personal files regarding a speech he had recently delivered. During this brief session, he also noted the receipt of a book authored by Allen S. Drury. This recording served primarily as a formal record-keeping activity for the President's administrative records.
President Nixon met with an unidentified woman in the Oval Office to discuss the handling of a specific piece of correspondence. The conversation focused on the administrative processing of a letter, including its file placement, addressing, and the distribution of copies. No further action or broader policy implications were recorded before the visitor departed.
On July 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:37 am and 12:18 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 196-007 of the White House Tapes.
On July 23, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at 12:26 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 196-010 of the White House Tapes.
On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:06 pm and 9:51 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-010 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon utilized this session at Camp David to dictate a memorandum regarding administrative procedures for handling file copies. He specifically directed staff to ensure that victory messages are returned to him alongside his personal copies. This effort aimed to formalize internal documentation standards for executive correspondence.
On August 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:25 am and 11:42 am. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 205-004 of the White House Tapes.
On August 19, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 11:49 am and 12:02 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 205-006 of the White House Tapes.
On October 25, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 10:14 am and 11:18 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 372-020 of the White House Tapes.
On November 1, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:08 pm and 9:13 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 376-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon dictates a memorandum for the file during his time at Camp David. The primary purpose of the recording is to document administrative or political matters involving Patrick J. Buchanan. No further substantive policy discussions are captured in this brief segment.
President Nixon utilized the Camp David recording system to dictate a memorandum for the file concerning Maurice H. Stans. This administrative task served as a formal record-keeping measure during a period of transition following the 1972 election. The President systematically organized his thoughts and internal documentation, noting specific details for later reference.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald L. Ziegler held a brief meeting to discuss the handling of sensitive, undisclosed information referred to as the "Michelle thing." Nixon explicitly instructed Ziegler to maintain confidentiality and ensure the matter remained unpublicized until the outcome was certain. Additionally, Nixon emphasized the need for strict security regarding the documentation of these proceedings, insisting that the records be preserved and kept out of the reach of the press.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to discuss logistical arrangements regarding the President’s schedule and preparations for the upcoming inauguration. The conversation further touches on the potential for maintaining an oral diary of events, with Nixon advising Bull on the practical handling and filing of these recordings. Julie Nixon Eisenhower also briefly joins the discussion, rounding out the informal session centered on administrative workflows and archival record-keeping.
On January 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:22 pm and 8:47 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 402-013 of the White House Tapes.
On January 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:46 pm and 1:53 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 404-022 of the White House Tapes.
On February 23, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:30 pm and 2:36 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 862-021 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to provide instructions regarding the handling of personal documents. Nixon requested that Sanchez bring several large envelopes from Rose Mary Woods to organize his papers. This interaction reflects the President's ongoing efforts to manage and secure his private files.
On March 14, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:30 pm and 4:09 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 419-026 of the White House Tapes.
On April 10, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:00 pm and 5:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 426-044 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to verify the duration and nature of his April 16, 1973, meetings with John W. Dean III. The two men confirmed that Nixon held a 40-minute morning session and a 30-minute afternoon session with Dean. Nixon decided to have the relevant recordings sent to him for personal review as part of his ongoing examination of the Watergate-related tapes.
President Nixon, Stephen Bull, and Ronald Ziegler met to organize and clarify recollections of specific meetings and reports dating back to March 1973. The discussion centered on identifying the contents and accuracy of records regarding White House meetings, particularly concerning a rejected report and potential leaks. Nixon instructed his staff to verify these accounts and finalize their recollections to ensure a consistent administrative record.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull reviewed technical discrepancies in the White House taping system's log entries and meter readings. The discussion focused on reconciling meter segments with actual elapsed time to determine whether specific logs corresponded to genuine recorded conversations. Nixon directed Bull to verify the data to ensure the accuracy of the recorded documentation.
On June 22, 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 2:08 pm and 3:31 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 448-020 of the White House Tapes.