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Nixon Tapes on White House schedule
53 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Haldeman, Bull, Ziegler
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on press coverage and a scheduled meeting with Republican Congressional leadership. The discussion shifted to the performance of Peter M. Flanigan, with Nixon defending Flanigan against criticism regarding his handling of complex negotiations involving Japanese textiles, oil, and airlines. Nixon emphasized the need for disciplined, ruthless internal coordination to support Flanigan’s ongoing efforts.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Ronald Ziegler to review administrative public relations strategies and manage the President’s press engagement schedule. The discussion centered on effectively communicating policy goals, coordinating upcoming press conferences, and leveraging symbolic events—such as welcoming home military units—to bolster the administration's image. Additionally, the group addressed various logistical appointments, including potential ambassadorial changes and upcoming meetings with industry and agricultural leaders to cultivate political support.
President Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon engaged in a brief telephone conversation to discuss scheduling matters. The exchange specifically concerned the agendas of Tricia Nixon Cox and Robert H. Murphy. The President also requested the current time to conclude the brief logistical coordination.
President Nixon met with his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, press secretary Ronald Ziegler, and photographer Howell Conant to coordinate a photoshoot for an upcoming magazine feature. Much of the discussion focused on the technical logistics of the session, including lighting, poses, and the selection of office locations to ensure high-quality, controlled imagery. Amidst these arrangements, the group engaged in casual conversation regarding White House personnel, the President's schedule, and the appointment of James E. Johnson to a high-ranking position within the Navy.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman reviewed the President's upcoming schedule, prioritizing discussions on trade strategy with Peter Peterson and managing the political fallout from ongoing anti-war demonstrations. Nixon expressed frustration with the bureaucratic process regarding sugar quotas and requested tighter control over the administration's interactions with the Business Council. Furthermore, they discussed the government's firm response to recent mass arrests of protesters and the potential to leverage public support for the police and administration.
President Nixon met with his staff to discuss public relations strategies, specifically focusing on improving outreach to congressional wives and managing the public perception of the administration's accomplishments. The group reviewed the President's schedule and evaluated the effectiveness of recent social events, while also debating the political implications of shifting federal facilities and promoting key initiatives like cancer research and desalinization programs. Additionally, they touched upon legislative concerns, including the potential for a volunteer army and the reaction to Senator Mike Mansfield's resolution regarding the reduction of U.S. troops in Europe.
President Nixon and Donald Rumsfeld met briefly to discuss the swearing-in of Ellen McConnell and the performance of the Cabinet. They specifically reviewed the contributions of cabinet members John A. Volpe, George W. Romney, John B. Connally, and Clifford M. Hardin. Additionally, they coordinated on the President's upcoming schedule, including remarks to be delivered at a tree-planting ceremony involving Senator Charles H. Percy.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and briefly with Ronald Ziegler to refine his political outreach and public messaging strategy. The discussion focused on managing the President's schedule to maximize positive media impact, specifically regarding energy policy announcements, radio addresses, and strategic use of White House events for political supporters. Nixon also directed staff to initiate a national program for presidential commendations of law enforcement and student leaders to bolster support among core constituencies.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming appointments with Kenneth B. Keating and Henry A. Kissinger. Following Bull's departure, Manolo Sanchez joined the President to discuss the ongoing fallout from the publication of the Pentagon Papers in The New York Times. The brief exchange focused on administrative scheduling and the immediate impact of the security leak.
President Nixon met with his Deputy Assistant Alexander P. Butterfield to review the day's upcoming agenda and administrative schedule. The brief discussion focused on logistical coordination and the management of the President's morning activities. No major policy decisions were recorded during this short planning session.
President Richard Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon spoke briefly to coordinate their respective evening schedules. The discussion focused on the logistics of the First Lady’s travel to a Wolf Trap Farm event and the timing of their shared dinner plans. No major policy decisions were discussed, as the conversation was limited to personal scheduling and transportation arrangements.
President Nixon held a brief introductory meeting with an individual identified as Andrew Williams. The conversation remained inconclusive as the participant struggled to establish the purpose of the discussion. No substantive policy matters or action items were resolved during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to coordinate his daily schedule and manage pending administrative tasks. Key discussions centered on the timeline for an urgent appropriations bill and the logistics of a White House tour for broadcaster Paul Harvey. Nixon sought to streamline these appointments to accommodate upcoming meetings with the Council of Economic Advisers and other staff members.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to coordinate his professional agenda. The discussion focused primarily on the logistics of the President's daily schedule and time management. No significant policy decisions were recorded during this brief encounter.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman discussed the timing and potential reaction to an upcoming Vietnam troop withdrawal announcement, as well as the agenda for a National Security Council meeting focused on the Strategic Arms Limitation Talks (SALT). They also addressed the handling of a Daniel Schorr FBI investigation and the public relations strategy for Julie Nixon Eisenhower's speeches and schedule, including concerns about her overexposure and the need for better coordination between the East and West Wings. Additionally, the conversation touched upon First Lady Pat Nixon's reluctance to participate in White House events and presidential trips.
President Nixon calls Rose Mary Woods to check on her recovery from an illness and discuss upcoming weekend plans. Nixon encourages Woods to join him at Camp David, despite her hesitation regarding space constraints and her personal responsibilities. The President ultimately instructs Woods to attend a White House church service and tour with her visiting aunt to ensure the relative is properly escorted.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to review scheduling matters, address administrative frustrations, and discuss the public relations strategy for the White House. They evaluated the President's upcoming schedule, including a potential appearance at the AFL-CIO convention and the handling of congressional relations through birthday calls. Additionally, the conversation touched on personnel shifts within the Council of Economic Advisors and the strategic management of media coverage for Julie Nixon Eisenhower.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and briefly spoke with Chalmers P. Wylie to coordinate his schedule, specifically regarding a low-profile visit to a Washington Redskins practice session and upcoming travel to California. The participants discussed managing media coverage to avoid a spectacle, ensuring the President could observe the team without an intrusive press presence. Additionally, they reviewed administrative matters, including pending tax legislation, the performance of John Connally, and the foreign travel schedules of various cabinet members.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger, H. R. Haldeman, George Shultz, and others to manage pressing foreign and domestic policy matters. Key discussions centered on the India-Pakistan conflict and U.S. strategy regarding the United Nations, as well as coordinating upcoming meetings with John Connally and Arthur Burns to address economic policy and budget planning. Additionally, the President reviewed his schedule, including travel arrangements and a potential appointment for the Council of Economic Advisers, while also discussing media relations and his desire to curb unnecessary foreign travel by staff and Cabinet members.
President Nixon consulted with First Lady Pat Nixon regarding logistical adjustments to their upcoming travel plans. The primary focus of the brief discussion was a proposed change to their departure schedule for a trip to California. The conversation served to coordinate the timing of the couple's travel arrangements.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Alexander Butterfield met to review the President's schedule, coordinate legislative strategies, and assess the status of various administration initiatives. Key discussions included the successful confirmation of William Rehnquist and historical comparisons to other contested Supreme Court appointments, as well as economic outlooks and ongoing negotiations regarding foreign aid and the federal budget. The President specifically requested a confidential review of future aid to India and emphasized the importance of preventing bureaucratic leaks regarding his fiscal priorities.
President Nixon and his daughter, Tricia Nixon Cox, exchanged New Year's greetings and discussed the President’s upcoming schedule and holiday plans. The conversation covered media-related topics, including preparations for an interview with Dan Rather, a feature in TV Guide, and a positive Time magazine article regarding Edward Cox. They also touched upon Pat Nixon’s upcoming travel plans to Africa.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to review the President's schedule and address a priority request from John D. Ehrlichman. The discussion focused on coordinating a meeting to deliberate the proposed renovation of the National Mall. No further actions were recorded before the brief meeting concluded.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed personnel matters, including vacation arrangements for John Connally and the management of White House staff. They evaluated the President's upcoming involvement with the Productivity Commission, weighing the political risks and potential impact of his participation. Additionally, the pair addressed public relations strategies, specifically focusing on the President's frustration with media coverage and the perceived hostility of the press establishment, particularly figures like James Reston and John Gardner.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to discuss political strategy and administrative messaging, specifically regarding Haldeman's recent appearance on the Today show and public reaction to administration stances on Vietnam. The pair reviewed potential inquiries from the press and strategies for responding to critics, while also addressing logistical concerns related to the President's upcoming schedule, including a memorial service for Llewellyn E. Thompson. The conversation concluded with administrative updates involving Rose Mary Woods and the management of office materials.
President Nixon met with Alexander Butterfield, Rose Mary Woods, and Stephen Bull to coordinate administrative tasks and White House scheduling. Key discussions involved entertainment arrangements for an upcoming state dinner honoring Mexican President Luis Echeverria Alvarez, including deliberations on presenting a Medal of Freedom to Fred Waring. The President also dictated personal notes to Dinah Shore and Susan Alsop regarding a recent television appearance and a literary reference to Edmund Burke.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule, focusing on administrative changes, travel plans, and the finalization of a speech for his trip to Canada. The discussion moved to managing press relations for the upcoming Soviet summit, with Nixon expressing frustration over the administration's perceived tendency to court hostile media figures rather than supporting loyalist journalists. They also evaluated domestic policy messaging, particularly concerning food prices and the administration's response to the North Vietnamese offensive, while deciding to maintain a firm, proactive stance in their public communications.
President Nixon, First Lady Pat Nixon, and John Ehrlichman discussed the successful public reception of the giant pandas recently gifted to the United States. Mrs. Nixon provided details regarding the pandas' popular behavior and the extensive media coverage of the event. The conversation also touched upon logistical scheduling for the Nixon family's upcoming visits to Camp David.
President Nixon utilized this session to dictate and review a personal memorandum regarding his upcoming schedule and dinner plans. He specifically noted details related to the anniversary of Tricia Nixon Cox's wedding. The recording concludes with the President documenting notes for a speech.
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.
President Nixon met with Ronald Ziegler and H.R. Haldeman to discuss strategies for managing negative press coverage regarding his campaign activities and perceived lack of public visibility. The participants analyzed how to address media inquiries about the President's schedule and his refusal to directly confront opponent George McGovern. To neutralize media pressure, Nixon decided to hold an in-office press conference to address a range of domestic and foreign policy topics while maintaining control over the narrative.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman and Alexander Butterfield to debate campaign strategy and the President's public schedule for the final weeks of the 1972 election. They discussed the political risks of intensive campaign travel versus staying in the White House, ultimately weighing the benefits of presidential-style events—such as bill signings and meetings on defense or budget issues—against the potential for appearing to be "smoked out" into a competitive race. Nixon expressed a strong preference for limited, controlled appearances to maintain a presidential image, rejecting proposals for excessive rallies or unscripted press interactions while considering a targeted trip to Kentucky to bolster support.
President Nixon consulted with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to clarify the logistics of an ethnic press reception scheduled for later that day. Bull confirmed that the event was set for 5:00 p.m. and would be hosted by First Lady Pat Nixon. The President concluded the call by instructing Bull to provide a reminder before the event to ensure his attendance despite a busy schedule.
President Nixon met with various staff and visitors, including H.R. Haldeman and John Ehrlichman, to coordinate end-of-campaign activities and legislative priorities. Key decisions included the veto of the Older Americans bill and the strategic timing of further bill signings to maintain positive press coverage. The group also discussed campaign surrogates, including Senator Robert Dole, and planned polling efforts to gauge public sentiment on the Vietnam War and presidential approval ratings.
President Nixon hosted Phillip V. Sanchez and his wife, Josefina, in the Oval Office for a brief photo session and gift presentation. During the meeting, the President presented Josefina Sanchez with a presidential seal pin and praised the couple, specifically noting the administration's appreciation for Phillip Sanchez’s work. The encounter concluded with a short interaction regarding the President's schedule with Stephen B. Bull.
President Nixon and Alexander Butterfield met briefly to coordinate administrative logistics and the President's upcoming schedule. They discussed the arrangements for a meeting with H.R. Haldeman and a reception for California administration officials. Additionally, the pair reviewed the physical placement of furniture and finalized the timing for a document requiring the President’s signature.
President Nixon receives a brief update from the White House operator regarding the schedule of Congressman John J. McFall. The exchange concludes with the operator offering birthday greetings to the President. No substantive policy matters or administrative decisions are addressed during this short call.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to review logistical details regarding upcoming White House events, including a dinner for Japanese Prime Minister Eisaku Sato and the swearing-in ceremony for Cabinet members. The discussion also addressed planning for a state dinner for King Hussein of Jordan, specifically concerning the selection of entertainment and the inclusion of campaign supporters. The meeting focused on administrative coordination to ensure the smooth execution of these high-profile official and social engagements.
President Nixon consulted with Stephen B. Bull regarding the scheduling of Reverend Norman Vincent Peale for an upcoming White House church service. The President explicitly requested to extend the expected length of Peale’s sermon from the standard 10 minutes to 20 minutes due to his admiration for the minister’s speaking abilities. Bull committed to relaying this directive to the appropriate parties once the Reverend’s participation was confirmed.
President Richard Nixon contacted First Lady Pat Nixon to inform her of a scheduling change regarding his evening plans. He explained that he needed to have dinner at the White House to meet with National Security Advisor Henry Kissinger in preparation for a press engagement the following day. Mrs. Nixon acknowledged the update, and the brief conversation concluded with the confirmation of his revised itinerary.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the President's upcoming travel, social obligations, and administrative personnel appointments. The discussion covered scheduling for a California trip and a potential visit to a Pittsburgh baseball game, as well as planning future White House social events for POWs and the diplomatic corps. They also evaluated recent political optics, including the perceived shift in press sentiment toward the administration and the need to fill executive vacancies with a broader, more diverse pool of loyalists.
President Nixon met with H.R. Haldeman, Stephen Bull, and Ronald Ziegler to manage a wide array of administrative, political, and public relations tasks, including scheduling future events and evaluating recent White House hosting efforts. A significant portion of the discussion focused on coordinating upcoming private meetings between the President and POWs, specifically Captain Jeremiah Denton and Colonel Robinson Risner, to ensure these encounters remained low-profile yet impactful. Additionally, the group reviewed the political maneuvering surrounding John Connally’s impending party switch from Democrat to Republican, with Nixon advising caution to insulate Connally from ongoing Watergate-related controversies.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate the White House's public relations strategy, focusing on managing upcoming veteran-related events, Prisoners of War (POW) ceremonies, and appearances by the President. They discussed the logistics of balancing high-profile social events with press access, specifically aiming to mitigate negative press while maintaining a controlled public image. Additionally, the pair evaluated the effectiveness of recent presidential communication strategies, debating the merits of televised press conferences versus speeches to Congress to regain control over domestic policy narratives.
President Nixon and Secretary of State William P. Rogers discuss political strategy, specifically focusing on building congressional and public support for aid to North Vietnam. They review the potential for support from key Democrats like Hubert Humphrey and George McGovern, noting the importance of framing the aid within the defense budget to minimize domestic backlash. Additionally, they touch upon historical precedents for handling executive staff controversies and manage the President’s upcoming schedule of diplomatic meetings and receptions.
President Nixon spoke with his daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower, to inform her that he would be unavailable that evening due to his need for rest. The two also briefly discussed the upcoming state dinner for Italian Prime Minister Giulio Andreotti. Julie confirmed that preparations were complete and noted the high level of public interest and demand for attendance at the event.
President Nixon met with his valet, Manolo Sanchez, to coordinate logistics for an upcoming trip to Florida. The discussion focused on confirming travel timing and managing the President’s schedule for the day. This brief exchange served to finalize arrangements for Nixon’s departure and ensure the itinerary was prepared.
President Nixon held a brief, two-minute meeting with an unidentified individual in the Oval Office. The discussion served as a precursor to the President's scheduled appointment with Senators Howard H. Baker, Jr. and William E. Brock, III, regarding a visiting Tennessee delegation. No specific policy decisions or substantive actions were recorded during this abbreviated exchange.
President Richard Nixon and First Lady Pat Nixon discussed plans for the President to take a brief break from his official duties. The primary purpose of the call was to coordinate a dinner engagement with their daughter, Julie Nixon Eisenhower. The President agreed to the outing, pending his ability to leave the White House later that evening.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to coordinate logistical details regarding his upcoming schedule. The discussion centered on an American Legion award presentation involving Senator Jacob K. Javits. The participants finalized arrangements for accompanying press coverage and the required official photography session.
President Nixon calls Rose Mary Woods to coordinate her arrival for a planned evening excursion on the presidential yacht, the Sequoia. The two discuss her ongoing beauty shop appointment and finalize travel logistics to ensure she meets the President and First Lady on the White House south grounds. Nixon instructs Woods to join their party directly rather than traveling separately, confirming a brief wait for her arrival.
President Nixon and Henry Kissinger met to coordinate the final arrangements and diplomatic strategy for Leonid Brezhnev’s upcoming visit to the United States. They discussed the scheduling of official events, the management of press and public relations regarding various bilateral agreements, and strategies to mitigate potential protests or political interference. Additionally, the pair touched upon ongoing domestic political pressures, specifically the impact of the Watergate hearings and their frustration with Congressional leadership.
President Nixon met with an unknown visitor to address scheduling concerns regarding Henry Kissinger. The discussion centered on a delay in Kissinger’s arrival and the logistical impossibility of cancelling a subsequent appointment with the National Commission on Fire Prevention. No significant policy actions were taken beyond the management of the President's immediate calendar.
President Nixon met with Henry Kissinger, Alexander Haig, and Ronald Ziegler to coordinate the public response to his health issues and the subsequent adjustments to his official schedule, including the potential cancellation of Zulfikar Ali Bhutto’s state visit. The participants discussed how to manage the optics of these changes to avoid political embarrassment while navigating the ongoing pressures of the Watergate investigation. Nixon and his advisors also weighed the implications of the Ervin Committee's proceedings and potential witness testimony on the administration's stability.