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| Month | Conversations |
|---|---|
| Feb 1971 | 23 |
| Mar 1971 | 24 |
| Apr 1971 | 42 |
| May 1971 | 38 |
| Jun 1971 | 55 |
| Jul 1971 | 35 |
| Aug 1971 | 33 |
| Sep 1971 | 43 |
| Oct 1971 | 62 |
| Nov 1971 | 67 |
| Dec 1971 | 34 |
| Jan 1972 | 56 |
| Feb 1972 | 21 |
| Mar 1972 | 50 |
| Apr 1972 | 34 |
| May 1972 | 36 |
| Jun 1972 | 51 |
| Jul 1972 | 40 |
| Aug 1972 | 36 |
| Sep 1972 | 40 |
| Oct 1972 | 90 |
| Nov 1972 | 46 |
| Dec 1972 | 40 |
| Jan 1973 | 79 |
| Feb 1973 | 55 |
| Mar 1973 | 83 |
| Apr 1973 | 52 |
| May 1973 | 104 |
| Jun 1973 | 49 |
| Jul 1973 | 7 |
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An unidentified individual discussed the timeline of their departure, explicitly stating they would remain in their current position until September. The brief exchange appears to concern staffing or transition planning within the administration. No further context or policy decisions were documented during this segment of the recording.
President Nixon directs an aide to bring in Mrs. B. Everett Jordan for a brief meeting, indicating an intention to address a specific matter personally. The interaction serves as a transition point between the President's private discussions and his engagement with Jordan. The exchange focuses on facilitating this immediate appointment, though the specific subject of Jordan's visit remains unidentified in the surviving record.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to review the President’s daily schedule. The discussion focused on coordinating upcoming appointments with key figures, including Lieutenant General Vernon A. Walters, Secretary of State William P. Rogers, and George W. Wilson. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and other staff to review administrative procedures, including the structure of Cabinet meetings and the reduction of attendees to improve efficiency. The discussion covered logistical planning for upcoming events, such as an overseas trip involving high-level officials and their spouses, as well as adjustments to the President's daily and weekly scheduling. Additionally, the group addressed the management of press-related responsibilities and the distribution of news summaries to the President.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met briefly in the Oval Office to coordinate administrative logistics. The discussion centered on an unidentified individual visiting from California and potential scheduling adjustments involving John D. Ehrlichman. The participants concluded the meeting after three minutes to finalize these internal arrangements.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Oval Office to discuss the specific location of various documents. The brief exchange focused on administrative organization and the retrieval of paperwork necessary for the President's immediate use. Following these brief instructions, Sanchez departed the office.
On February 18, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:32 pm and 3:32 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 451-013 of the White House Tapes.
This brief and largely unintelligible interaction involves two unidentified individuals discussing administrative or technical concerns, specifically referencing a "microgrid" and "BLS majority." The conversation concludes with a participant expressing the intent to step away and return within ten minutes. Due to the high volume of background noise and unclear audio, the substantive purpose of the meeting remains inconclusive.
On February 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:03 am and 9:05 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 452-001 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and the President's upcoming daily schedule. The brief interaction consisted primarily of logistical coordination, though the majority of the audio remains unintelligible due to background noise and muffled dialogue. No major policy decisions or significant political developments were recorded during this brief encounter.
On February 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:02 pm and 1:04 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 452-011 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met briefly to review the President’s upcoming schedule. The conversation focused on appointments involving the Young Republicans and the secretary of Robert J. Brown. No major policy decisions were made during this short administrative coordination.
President Nixon consulted with various staff members regarding administrative matters and staffing inquiries. The primary focus of the discussion involved evaluating the professional background and political reliability of Joseph E. Parker, a Washington insider with extensive experience in Congress and agricultural policy. Nixon sought to assess Parker's suitability for a potential role, specifically noting his Democratic affiliation and his reputation for being savvy on Capitol Hill.
On February 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:34 pm and 6:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 454-005 of the White House Tapes.
Stephen B. Bull met with unidentified individuals in the Oval Office for an evening discussion. Due to the lack of a transcript or verifiable audio record, the specific subject matter and any potential directives remain undocumented. The recording concludes abruptly, leaving no substantive evidence of administrative actions or policy developments.
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.
On February 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 1:01 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 455-013 of the White House Tapes.
On February 22, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House from 1:12 pm to 1:13 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 455-015 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman, Bryce Harlow, and Peter Flanigan to discuss various ambassadorial appointments and administrative personnel strategies. The conversation focused on identifying suitable candidates for roles in Australia and the Court of St. James, while evaluating the political implications of rewarding donors and associates with high-level posts. Additionally, the group addressed the need to manage relations with agricultural officials and coordinate an upcoming White House event, the 'Salute to Agriculture,' to strengthen support in the farming sector.
On February 23, 1971, Stephen B. Bull and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:06 pm and 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 456-026 of the White House Tapes.
On February 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Alexander P. Butterfield, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:09 pm and 3:00 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 456-014 of the White House Tapes.
On February 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 10:26 am to 10:27 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 460-001 of the White House Tapes.
On February 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:20 pm and 2:44 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 460-018 of the White House Tapes.
An unidentified group of individuals met briefly with President Nixon in the Oval Office for a conversation lasting less than four minutes. Due to the lack of a transcript and the unintelligible nature of the audio recording, the specific subject matter and objectives of the meeting remain unknown. No discernable policy decisions or significant developments were recorded during this interaction.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and administrative preparations. The discussion focused on logistical arrangements regarding meetings with astronauts, a visit to the National Aquarium, and the preparation of briefing materials for a presidential press conference. Butterfield also updated the President on coordination efforts with Ronald Ziegler and Patrick Buchanan regarding press deadlines.
President Nixon met with his aides and personal physician, General Walter Tkach, to coordinate his daily schedule and manage administrative logistics. The discussion centered on the President's upcoming appointments and the orchestration of an Irish-themed social event at the White House. Nixon considered briefly greeting Jack Mulcahy, who was on-site for meetings regarding the event's planning and media analysis.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and administrative engagements. The discussion focused on securing time for meetings with Admiral Thomas H. Moorer and National Security Advisor Henry A. Kissinger. This brief exchange served to finalize the logistical arrangements for these high-level national security consultations.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the delivery of two drafted speeches prepared by William Safire. Nixon requested that both documents be sent to his office for immediate review. The pair specifically discussed the status of a speech scheduled for an upcoming engagement in Newport to ensure its completion and availability.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to briefly review the President’s daily schedule and upcoming obligations. The discussion focused on coordinating meetings with Republican Congressional leadership, cabinet members George P. Shultz and Peter G. Peterson, and potential outreach to Daniel H. Kuykendall. The primary action items involved clarifying the timing and logistical arrangements for these various administrative appointments and communications.
On March 9, 1971, unknown person(s) met in the Cabinet Room of the White House at an unknown time between 9:43 am and 3:06 pm. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 050-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming appointments on his daily schedule. The discussion focused on arranging meetings with key administration figures, specifically Harry S. Dent and Peter M. Flanigan. This exchange served as a routine administrative session to manage the President's priorities and workflow for the day.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of an upcoming appointment with Congressman Manuel Lujan, Jr. The discussion focused on managing the President's calendar and logistical arrangements for this specific meeting. Following the brief administrative consultation, Bull exited the Oval Office.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield in the Oval Office to coordinate the President's daily agenda. The primary focus of the discussion was the scheduling of a meeting with speechwriter William L. Safire. No further substantive policy matters were recorded during this brief administrative briefing.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to clarify the identity of the Central Treaty Organization (CENTO) Secretary General. The President required this specific information to properly address a piece of correspondence he was drafting. This brief administrative interaction concluded after Bull provided the necessary identification to assist with the official letter.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, in the Oval Office to address administrative matters regarding presidential correspondence. The discussion focused on the management and processing of incoming mail and official communications. The meeting concluded with the two men departing the office together, marking the end of the brief session.
On March 11, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:24 pm to 12:26 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 466-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office to review administrative matters, specifically focusing on the President's upcoming schedule and the selection of official photographs. The discussion centered on technical details regarding the composition of these photographs, including facial expressions, camera angles, and focus. No significant policy decisions were made during this brief administrative session.
On March 11, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Rose Mary Woods met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 6:25 pm and 6:35 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 466-019 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:53 am and 8:57 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 468-001 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:31 am and 11:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 468-008 of the White House Tapes.
On March 16, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 5:30 pm and 5:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 468-018 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.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman reviewed internal confusion regarding the attendance and frequency of meetings involving the Construction Wage Council. Haldeman provided updates from his discussions with George P. Shultz and John D. Ehrlichman, specifically addressing conflicting accounts from George Romney, Arthur Burns, and Paul McCracken. The exchange focused on resolving discrepancies in participant lists to clarify administrative oversight of the committee's wage negotiations.
On March 19, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:15 pm to 12:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 470-009 of the White House Tapes.
This recording consists entirely of administrative or routine maintenance activity conducted by White House custodial staff within the Cabinet Room. The conversation does not involve President Nixon or any policy officials, as the audio consists of two minutes and four seconds of non-historical material. Consequently, no substantive political or historical developments occurred during this brief period.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to review the President’s upcoming schedule and administrative priorities. The discussion focused on coordinating a meeting with John A. Scali and arranging the logistics for a forthcoming signing ceremony. The brief interaction concluded with the finalization of these immediate ceremonial and professional engagements.
President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 5:00 pm on March 25, 1971 and 9:40 am on March 26, 1971. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 473-017 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman convene for a brief morning discussion in the Old Executive Office Building. The conversation primarily focuses on managing an incoming telephone call and coordinating internal logistics regarding staff accessibility. No substantive policy decisions or major strategic developments are recorded in this brief exchange.
On April 6, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Marjorie P. Acker met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 11:03 am and 11:10 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 245-008 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed his secretary, Marjorie P. Acker, to modify a draft of an upcoming speech before delivering it to Henry Kissinger. He directed Acker to revert the conclusion to a previous version of the text starting from a specific passage regarding the "long and difficult trial." This directive ensured that Kissinger received the finalized language Nixon preferred, specifically ordering that the document be provided to no one else at that stage.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield reviewed final preparations for an upcoming formal white-tie dinner. They coordinated the protocol for the evening, specifically confirming that the Dean of the Diplomatic Corps would be first in the receiving line and would offer brief remarks in response to the President. The event, supported by the State Department and William B. Macomber, Jr., was structured to follow the precedent set by a previous dinner for African diplomats.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull met briefly to discuss the President’s daily schedule, including a haircut appointment, and logistics regarding photographic records of the President. The two also deliberated on the production and distribution of official gifts, specifically evaluating the cost and appropriateness of adding a presidential signature to commemorative paperweights. The conversation concluded with Nixon expressing indifference toward the administrative costs associated with these promotional materials.
President Nixon and his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, discuss the formatting and final revisions for an upcoming speech draft. Woods seeks clarification on whether to conclude a specific section or continue the text as written for the press copies. Nixon instructs her to maintain his preferred structural format and to ensure the draft is completed in its entirety.
On April 8, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 9:13 am and 9:18 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 475-013 of the White House Tapes.
On April 9, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 1:35 pm and 1:47 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 476-024 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman, Peter G. Peterson, and George P. Shultz to coordinate administration strategy regarding upcoming press conferences, the handling of planned anti-war demonstrations, and the launch of new international economic and foreign policy initiatives. The discussion emphasized a pivot toward economic competition as a cornerstone of U.S. foreign policy, specifically addressing relations with China and the restructuring of trade policy. Nixon directed his team to prioritize quiet, low-key implementation of administrative and civil rights goals to avoid political backlash and unnecessary public controversy.
On April 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Ronald L. Ziegler met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 3:05 pm to 3:07 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 248-009 of the White House Tapes.
On April 14, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:29 pm and 5:40 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 248-019 of the White House Tapes.
On April 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 8:32 am and 8:36 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 249-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman briefly discuss the handling of personnel or administrative appointments, specifically expressing concern over the treatment of political allies. The two leaders consider the fairness of the current selection process and identify a potential conflict regarding how certain individuals are prioritized over others. The conversation ends with an informal assessment of whether a third party had previously addressed the issue.
On April 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull talked on the telephone from 4:35 pm to 4:36 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-050 of the White House Tapes.
On April 15, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Faith Sutton met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:07 pm and 5:25 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 249-025 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics and the President's upcoming daily schedule. The primary focus of the brief meeting involved coordinating a future appointment with Alexander P. Butterfield. The conversation concluded with Bull departing the office shortly thereafter.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate scheduling logistics and administrative briefings. The discussion centered on upcoming meetings with Republican senators, specifically regarding a planned session in the Executive Office Building the following day. Additionally, the group reviewed the status of Henry Kissinger’s schedule and relevant briefings involving John L. McClellan.
On April 20, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 2:38 pm and 2:39 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-052 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with Rose Mary Woods, Ronald Ziegler, and others to discuss administrative matters, personal gifts, and the President's public image. The conversation touched upon the positive public reception of the President's recent remarks on welfare and foreign policy, as well as the need to monitor political rivals like Ted Kennedy through informal channels. Additionally, the group coordinated scheduling details and reviewed logistics regarding upcoming travel and correspondence.
On April 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:52 am and 8:57 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 484-001 of the White House Tapes.
On April 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:34 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 484-009 of the White House Tapes.
On April 21, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:43 pm and 2:31 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-062 of the White House Tapes.
On April 21, 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 2:42 pm and 2:54 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, John Mitchell, and other administration officials to coordinate political strategy regarding ongoing anti-war demonstrations and personnel appointments. The group discussed ensuring peaceful compliance with court orders concerning protestors, while Mitchell provided an update on staffing, including plans to recruit Ken Rush and Vernon Walters for key administration roles. Nixon also instructed Mitchell to delay antitrust litigation against television networks to avoid negative political fallout following the Pentagon Papers controversy, while maintaining his overall goal of aggressively challenging the media establishment.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:47 am and 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-006 of the White House Tapes.
On April 23, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon, Manolo Sanchez, and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:28 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 487-010 of the White House Tapes.
On April 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:22 am and 9:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 488-003 of the White House Tapes.
On April 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:22 am and 9:00 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 488-004 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and his aide Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate logistical arrangements for the President’s upcoming schedule. The discussion centered on timing a barber appointment and managing the presentation of diplomatic credentials for representatives from Kuwait and Guinea. Nixon emphasized the need to avoid scheduling these commitments too close to other major events, ultimately deciding to move the barber appointment to the following day.
On April 26, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:00 pm and 2:54 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 489-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, to dictate administrative directives concerning his upcoming schedule and specific policy initiatives. The President requested arrangements for meetings with George Allen, regarding Dwight D. Eisenhower, and railroad executives, with Peter M. Flanigan tasked to coordinate. Additionally, Nixon issued instructions to prioritize the withdrawal of the Peace Corps from the Marianas Islands.
On April 27, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 7:53 am to 7:54 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 488-009 of the White House Tapes.
On April 27, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:16 am and 10:19 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 488-013 of the White House Tapes.
On April 27, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:46 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 488-019 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his Deputy Assistant Alexander P. Butterfield to discuss a pending wilderness statement and related legislative correspondence. The brief exchange centered on the President's approval of the proposed wilderness area designations and a decision regarding potential communication with Senator Jacob K. Javits. Nixon ultimately instructed Butterfield to remove specific language from the documents, finalizing the administration's administrative approach to the matter.
President Nixon held a private meeting in the Old Executive Office Building with an unidentified individual to discuss matters concerning the President’s official schedule. Due to the lack of available transcripts or descriptive metadata, the specific content of these deliberations remains unknown. The meeting concluded late in the evening without any publicly recorded outcomes or further documented actions.
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 April 29, 1971, 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 9:50 am and 10:24 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 251-023 of the White House Tapes.
On April 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 12:03 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 490-001 of the White House Tapes.
On April 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander M. Haig, Jr. met in the Oval Office of the White House from 12:52 pm to 12:53 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 490-006 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander Haig briefly discuss the semantics of differentiating between "modern" and "grand" in an unspecified administrative context, with Nixon expressing frustration over the distinction. Haig confirms that he and Henry Kissinger are working to restore certain traditions. The conversation concludes with a brief check on other outstanding issues, which Haig indicates are well-covered.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield discuss the positive reactions of various Cabinet members, including John Connally, John Mitchell, and Winton Blount, to the President's recent press conference. Butterfield provides an update on the availability of Cabinet officials, noting that many are currently traveling or overseas. Additionally, the pair coordinates the signature of a legislative bill, with the President instructing Butterfield to bring the document to him for review.
On May 4, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at 3:06 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 490-023 of the White House Tapes.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:15 am and 10:27 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-019 of the White House Tapes.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office of the White House from 11:39 am to 11:40 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 491-027 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a series of outgoing telephone calls to several individuals, including John F. Griner of the American Federation of Government Employees, J. Peter Grace, and Dr. Charles Chasler. He also requested assistance in locating Alvin Snyder, who had recently departed the White House mess. The conversation served primarily as an administrative coordination effort to facilitate these scheduled communications.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 3:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 042-096 of the White House Tapes.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 1:16 pm and 3:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 252-038 of the White House Tapes.
On May 5, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:00 pm and 3:01 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 492-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate administrative logistics, specifically regarding the distribution of White House gifts for members of Congress. The discussion covered the inventory of items such as key chains, paperweights, and golf balls, as well as the engraving of the President's signature on cufflinks and tie clasps. Additionally, the pair addressed scheduling concerns involving Charles W. Colson and established strict access restrictions regarding specific visitors.
President Nixon coordinates with his personal secretary, Rose Mary Woods, regarding the preparation of a draft document intended for John K. Andrews, Jr. The two discuss the status of a specific quote and the timeline for delivering the text to Andrews for further editing. Nixon instructs Woods to provide the draft to Andrews so that he may begin work that evening, with the President planning to review the progress by 9:00 p.m. to offer additional guidance.
On May 7, 1971, Alexander P. Butterfield and unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:48 am and 11:56 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 495-012 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler briefly discussed the handling of a press release originating from the Secretary of Commerce. Ziegler sought the President's review of the document after consulting with H.R. Haldeman regarding potential modifications. The meeting concluded with a brief mention of a prospective conversation between the President and Treasury Secretary John Connally.