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Nixon Tapes on White House taping system
55 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Butterfield, United States Secret Service agents
When White House taping system comes up
Related topics: Oval OfficeSecret ServiceTechnical operationsPresidential schedulingPresidential recordsAlexander P. ButterfieldWatergateStephen B. BullOval Office operationsPress relationsWhite House administrationManolo SanchezAdministrative proceduresAdministrative logistics
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to discuss the technical operation and maintenance of the White House taping system. The discussion focused on the practical challenges of monitoring recordings in the Oval Office and the Cabinet Room, as well as the limited group of personnel privy to the system's existence, including H.R. Haldeman and the Secret Service. The dialogue confirmed the operational status of the equipment and established expectations for the ongoing management of the recording process.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the details of the President’s upcoming daily schedule, specifically focusing on appointments with businessmen and James Udall. The discussion included logistical adjustments to the Oval Office seating arrangements to improve audio recording quality for the taping system. Butterfield also provided a brief update regarding a reminder for the President to address matters concerning the Disabled American Veterans.
Secret Service agents entered the Oval Office to perform technical preparations, likely involving the testing or calibration of the White House taping system. The brief recording consists primarily of room noise and muffled background chatter, indicating that no substantive policy discussions occurred. This exchange was purely operational in nature, serving as an equipment check rather than an administrative or political meeting.
Technical personnel performed routine system checks and calibration of the Oval Office recording equipment. The participants verified audio levels and channel functionality by counting and reciting test phrases. No substantive policy discussions or political business occurred during this session.
Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield met in the Oval Office to address a technical issue involving a malfunctioning device that produced a sound described as rushing water. After identifying the source of the noise, the participants discussed the President’s upcoming schedule. The meeting concluded with plans for the group to reconvene in approximately 20 minutes.
Stephen B. Bull and Alexander P. Butterfield meet in the Oval Office to discuss the operational status and visual output of the White House taping system. The participants compare recording quality settings and deliberate on the administrative management of the equipment. Their brief exchange concludes with an acknowledgement of the system's active recording capacity.
On August 10, 1971, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:05 am and 11:59 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 559-005 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to conduct a technical check of the newly installed taping system. The participants focused on verifying the equipment's recording capabilities and ensuring that audio feedback was monitored correctly on available screens. No policy or political matters were discussed during this brief, logistical meeting.
On October 5, 1971, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:29 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 584-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield held a brief meeting in the Old Executive Office Building to conduct administrative business. Although the transcript is unavailable, the conversation was recorded as part of the White House taping system. The two men concluded their discussion and exited the office together after approximately two minutes.
On October 25, 1971, unknown person(s) met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 2:10 pm and 11:59 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 601-034 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to discuss the administration's policy regarding the use of the White House taping system. Nixon expressed a clear intent to restrict the recording of meetings, stating he would only authorize tapings for exceptionally urgent matters. This exchange reflects the President's growing concerns regarding the scrutiny and potential fallout associated with the secret recording apparatus.
On November 16, 1971, Alexander P. Butterfield and United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 8:07 am and 9:50 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 619-006 of the White House Tapes.
This recording consists of a technical failure or blank tape, yielding no discernable content for historical analysis. Although the White House telephone system was activated, archival review indicates that no substantive dialogue was captured. Consequently, there are no recorded participants, topics, or policy developments associated with this specific file.
On November 29, 1971, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 11:13 am and 11:14 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 625-017 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents met with President Nixon in the Oval Office to conduct routine equipment checks of the taping system. The brief interaction focused on verifying the operational status of recording hardware, resulting in the successful confirmation of equipment functionality. No substantive policy or political discussions took place during this technical maintenance session.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to conduct a brief administrative review of his daily schedule. The primary focus of the discussion centered on the logistical arrangements for the White House audio taping system. No further policy or political developments were recorded during this brief encounter.
On February 8, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon, Stephen B. Bull, and Manolo Sanchez met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 12:20 pm and 5:13 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 667-002 of the White House Tapes.
United States Secret Service agents conducted a technical assessment and sound check of the taping equipment installed in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building. The primary purpose of this encounter was to verify the operational status and audio clarity of the recording system connected to the President's phone line. The session concluded successfully after the agents confirmed that the equipment was functioning according to their requirements.
President Nixon met with aides Alexander P. Butterfield and Stephen B. Bull to address logistical matters regarding the functionality of the White House taping system. The discussion focused on the technical operation and control of the recording equipment installed in the Oval Office. This meeting served as an internal administrative review concerning the maintenance and oversight of the President’s secret recording apparatus.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative matters concerning the White House taping system. The brief interaction included a segment of withdrawn personal information, after which Butterfield departed. No specific policy decisions were recorded during this restricted portion of their engagement.
President Nixon met with his Deputy Assistant Alexander P. Butterfield for a brief, one-minute administrative consultation in the Old Executive Office Building. While no transcript is available to detail the specific content, this meeting highlights the routine internal communication between the President and the aide responsible for managing the White House taping system. The exchange likely served to address logistical matters regarding presidential scheduling or security operations.
On April 26, 1972, 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 8:41 am and 8:43 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 333-002 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss administrative tasks. The brief exchange focused on technical coordination regarding the recording equipment in the President's office. No significant policy decisions were made during this routine interaction.
On July 31, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Charles W. Colson met in the Oval Office of the White House from 4:07 pm to 4:08 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-003 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 9:57 pm and 10:16 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 757-016 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H. R. Haldeman, and Charles Colson met to discuss campaign strategy, press relations, and economic policy ahead of the 1972 election. They evaluated tactics for addressing inflation and debated how to effectively frame political messaging, including the potential to leverage questions about campaign finance and foreign funding against George McGovern. Additionally, the President expressed frustration with campaign official Clark MacGregor's public criticisms of the staff, leading the group to discuss the necessity of maintaining discipline and secretly recording interviews for future protection.
On August 2, 1972, unknown persons [possibly technicians] met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 5:36 pm and 11:59 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 352-027 of the White House Tapes.
The recording device engaged on an unknown date, sometime between 5:07 pm on August 8, 1972 and 3:52 pm on August 14, 1972, but the conversation appears to be blank. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 029-072 of the White House Tapes.
On August 10, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Camp David operator met in the Aspen Lodge study at Camp David at an unknown time between 12:00 pm and 1:12 pm. The Camp David Hard Wire taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 200-023 of the White House Tapes.
Secret Service agents and unidentified individuals met in the Oval Office to oversee the technical installation or maintenance of the White House taping system. The discussion focused on the operational status and perceived quality of the recording equipment. The encounter concluded once the technical team confirmed the system was functioning as intended.
On October 3, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 4:16 pm and 4:24 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 791-012 of the White House Tapes.
On October 5, 1972, 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 1:36 pm and 2:05 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 364-009 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with H. R. Haldeman and other staff to discuss administrative restructuring, press strategy, and the implementation of a new audio recording system. The participants addressed the potential reassignment of Herbert Klein to a Counselor for Communications role to maintain his utility to the administration, while also reviewing the status of upcoming Cabinet confirmations and Watergate-related concerns involving Egil Krogh. Additionally, Nixon directed staff to install transcription equipment at various locations to enhance the president’s ability to record personal notes and historical documentation.
Unknown person(s) met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building on an unknown date, sometime between 5:43 pm on January 21, 1973 and 7:56 am on January 22, 1973. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 402-010 of the White House Tapes.
On February 6, 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 2:47 pm and 2:57 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 409-016 of the White House Tapes.
Technical staff members gathered in the Oval Office to perform maintenance and calibration on the White House taping and recording equipment. The participants conducted comprehensive tests involving lighting, camera positioning, and audio functionality to resolve issues such as background buzzing. This session ensured that the recording apparatus remained operational and properly configured for future presidential documentation.
On February 20, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 3:17 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 411-005 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with his personal valet, Manolo Sanchez, to address logistical issues regarding the recording equipment. The discussion centered on technical frustrations concerning the failure to capture a complete recording on a Dictabelt. Consequently, Nixon issued direct instructions for Rose Mary Woods to resolve the matter and manage the recording process moving forward.
President Nixon and his valet, Manolo Sanchez, met in the Old Executive Office Building to troubleshoot issues with the recording equipment. The discussion centered on a technical malfunction regarding the setup of the taping system. The exchange suggests the equipment failed to operate as intended, prompting a brief assessment of the technical status of the recording apparatus.
On March 27, 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 7:10 pm and 8:56 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 424-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon and H.R. Haldeman meet to discuss the escalating Watergate scandal, focusing on the legal and political vulnerabilities posed by pending Senate hearings and damaging press reports. The President expresses deep unease regarding the White House taping system and issues explicit instructions to Haldeman to dismantle the system and destroy the recordings to prevent them from being used against the administration. They also deliberate on how to frame the public narrative, debating whether Mitchell or other staffers should accept responsibility to insulate the White House from direct culpability.
On April 9, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and the White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at 12:07 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 425-032 of the White House Tapes.
On May 2, 1973, United States Secret Service agents met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 3:21 pm and 4:13 pm. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 909-032 of the White House Tapes.
Technical staff or aides met in the Oval Office to verify the operational status of the recording or audio equipment. The participants focused on ensuring the readiness of the recording system, including checking line connections for an upcoming audio message. The brief exchange concluded once the system was confirmed to be functioning properly.
President Nixon met with Alexander Haig and later Ronald Ziegler to coordinate the administration’s defensive strategy regarding the Watergate scandal, specifically targeting allegations concerning his San Clemente property and the conduct of John Dean. Nixon emphasized the need for a combative public response, directing Ziegler to demand a formal apology and retraction from the Ervin Committee for the circulation of libelous claims. Throughout the discussion, Nixon underscored his desire to maintain executive privilege for his aides while expressing distrust of various administration officials and confirming his use of a White House taping system.
On May 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the Oval Office of the White House at an unknown time between 10:11 am and 10:15 am. The Oval Office taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 922-004 of the White House Tapes.
On May 22, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building from 11:34 am to 11:35 am. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 438-029 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Ronald Ziegler met to coordinate their strategy regarding ongoing investigations into the Watergate scandal and press relations. The participants discussed the potential risks of grand jury appearances, the challenges posed by the Special Prosecutor, and the necessity of maintaining a firm, combative stance against public accusations. Additionally, they reviewed concerns regarding the security and eventual disposition of the White House taping system and legal defense strategies for key staff members.
President Nixon and aide Stephen B. Bull meet to discuss the technical operation and maintenance of the White House taping system. The discussion focuses on the physical location of recording equipment, the procedure for daily tape rotation, and an assessment of existing tape segments from April. Nixon gives instructions regarding the management of these recordings and tasking Bull with oversight of the system's ongoing operations.
President Nixon and his aide, Stephen B. Bull, met to discuss the technical operation and listening quality of the White House recording equipment. The participants evaluated the duration of recent tape segments and troubleshooting methods, such as the use of earphones, to improve the audibility of the recordings. This discussion highlights the administrative focus on maintaining the internal taping system during a period of intense scrutiny.
On June 4, 1973, 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 2:50 pm and 5:00 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 442-035 of the White House Tapes.
President Nixon met with aide Stephen B. Bull in the Old Executive Office Building to discuss the operational status and planned technical upgrades of the White House taping system. The two briefly addressed the functionality of the recording equipment and exchanged comments regarding personnel tasks and ongoing administrative checks. This interaction confirms the President's active involvement in overseeing the maintenance and quality of his internal recording infrastructure.
On June 18, 1973, President Richard M. Nixon and White House operator met in the President's office in the Old Executive Office Building at an unknown time between 4:29 pm and 4:30 pm. The Old Executive Office Building taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 447-006 of the White House Tapes.
a White House tour group met in the Cabinet Room of the White House on an unknown date, sometime between 12:29 pm on June 22, 1973 and 8:32 am on July 10, 1973. The Cabinet Room taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 127-020 of the White House Tapes.