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Nixon Tapes on William E. Timmons
87 conversations · frequently with Nixon, Bull, Timmons, Haldeman
President Nixon consulted with a White House operator to determine the current location of Clark MacGregor. The President subsequently requested that the operator connect him to William E. Timmons to discuss legislative affairs or personnel coordination. The brief exchange served primarily as an administrative effort to facilitate direct communication with his staff.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical arrangements for a scheduled luncheon on Capitol Hill. They discussed the specific departure time and clarified the composition of the passenger list, specifically regarding the inclusion of key staff members William E. Timmons and Clark MacGregor. The brief exchange focused on ensuring that the transport plan was properly communicated to the appropriate personnel.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull briefly discussed staffing and scheduling matters regarding the administration's outreach efforts. The conversation focused on the involvement of Tom C. Korologos and William E. Timmons in an upcoming American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (AHEPA) meeting. Bull confirmed the logistics for these representatives to attend the event.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place a telephone call to William E. Timmons, then serving as the Assistant to the President for Congressional Relations. The brief exchange served as a logistical coordination to facilitate direct communication between the President and Timmons. No further policy discussions or substantive developments occurred during this connection attempt.
President Nixon placed a brief telephone call to Louise H. Dagney, the secretary for Congressman Orval H. Hansen, to acknowledge Hansen's upcoming trip to Idaho. The primary purpose of the conversation was to extend personal birthday greetings to the Congressman. Nixon expressed his well-wishes for Hansen's future, specifically noting his desire for the Congressman to continue his tenure in the House of Representatives.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone request to the White House operator to be connected with William E. Timmons. The conversation serves solely as a logistical bridge to facilitate communication with his assistant for legislative affairs. No substantive policy discussions or further actions are recorded during this exchange.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met briefly to discuss administrative matters regarding upcoming birthday observances for Senator Hugh Scott. The President reviewed a note from William E. Timmons concerning the Senator's birthday folder and addressed minor logistics regarding office arrangements. No major policy decisions were made during this brief procedural exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to cancel a previously placed call to Clark MacGregor after learning that MacGregor was unavailable in New York. The President immediately pivoted, instructing the operator to place a new call to William E. Timmons instead. This brief administrative exchange reflects the President’s active management of his communications and scheduling of legislative liaison staff.
President Nixon consulted with an unknown participant to prepare for an upcoming meeting with Congressional leadership. The discussion focused on coordinating legislative strategy regarding welfare reform and revenue sharing. William E. Timmons and Clark MacGregor were identified as key figures necessary for advancing these administration policy priorities.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield to coordinate administrative logistics regarding his upcoming schedule and legislative priorities. They specifically discussed arrangements for a briefing with George P. Shultz and reviewed a busing proposal submitted by William E. Timmons. This brief interaction focused on streamlining the President's engagement with key policy issues and staff scheduling.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection. The primary purpose of the brief interaction was to place a call to William E. Timmons, who served as the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. This action was a routine administrative step to reach a key member of the White House staff.
President Nixon and Alexander P. Butterfield met to coordinate the agenda and guest list for an upcoming meeting with Republican Congressional leadership. They focused specifically on the selection of attendees—including Wallace F. Bennett, Frank T. Bow, John W. Byrnes, and Barry M. Goldwater—and the inclusion of William E. Timmons to discuss the national economy. During the brief session, the President also attended to the administrative task of signing various official documents.
President Nixon met with Representative Otto E. Passman and legislative liaison William E. Timmons in the Oval Office primarily to exchange formal gifts, including personalized watches and cufflinks. Following a brief photo session, the discussion shifted to legislative strategy regarding a bill sponsored by Passman that was currently facing opposition in Congress. Passman outlined his intentions to secure the legislation through an authorization bill or a special rule, while Nixon deferred the tactical handling of these proceedings to Timmons.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to discuss potential staff assignments or meeting requests. The President specifically requested that Bull arrange for a meeting with either Richard K. Cook or William E. Timmons, indicating a preference to see at least one of them. This brief discussion focused on administrative scheduling and ensuring direct communication with key legislative liaison personnel.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an outgoing call to William E. Timmons, his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. The primary purpose of the communication was to establish contact with Timmons to discuss pressing legislative matters. No further dialogue was recorded beyond this brief administrative request.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull spoke to clarify the status of the current Congressional legislative session. Bull informed the President that the Senate would remain in session overnight, necessitating a change in the expected schedule for receiving final legislation. Consequently, the President acknowledged the delay in the adjournment process.
President Nixon met with Alexander P. Butterfield and an unidentified individual to coordinate his immediate schedule and manage logistical arrangements. During the brief session, the President requested a meeting with William E. Timmons and discussed Senator Hugh Scott. The dialogue concluded with the President utilizing the White House operator to facilitate further administrative communications.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate the scheduling of upcoming meetings and manage Congressional affairs. The discussion centered on the implications of Congressional adjournment and recent communications from William E. Timmons regarding legislative progress. Additionally, the two addressed the timing and logistics of Nixon's scheduled engagement with Soviet officials.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to connect him with William E. Timmons, then serving as the Assistant to the President for Congressional Relations. The brief exchange served as a logistical request to initiate a telephone communication with Timmons. No further policy discussions or substantive developments were recorded in this initial contact.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to provide specific instructions regarding executive branch outreach to Congress. The discussion focused on coordinating legislative strategy and refining the role of William E. Timmons in managing these congressional relations. This brief interaction served to delegate administrative follow-ups necessary to maintain effective communication with Capitol Hill.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to discuss administrative logistics. The primary purpose of the brief interaction was the President's request for the presence of William E. Timmons. No further developments were recorded during this short meeting.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to facilitate two administrative actions during his workday. He requested that Special Counsel Charles W. Colson report to his office in the Executive Office Building for a meeting. Additionally, he directed the operator to connect him via telephone with William E. Timmons, the assistant to the president for legislative affairs.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to discuss legislative strategy and ongoing congressional relations. The conversation specifically addressed a report from William E. Timmons regarding interactions with Speaker of the House Carl B. Albert. The exchange served as a brief administrative update on the administration's efforts to manage relations with key congressional leadership.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to discuss administrative matters within the Oval Office. The primary focus of the brief session was a specific request regarding William E. Timmons, then serving as the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. The meeting concluded quickly following the discussion of this personnel or scheduling objective.
President Nixon and Charles Colson coordinate with William E. Timmons regarding the strategy for an upcoming congressional meeting and reception. They instruct Timmons to personally attend the evening gathering of freshman congressmen and bipartisan leadership to manage the optics of the event. Additionally, they discuss the status of a meeting with Mike Mansfield, ultimately deciding to prioritize the evening reception over other scheduling concerns.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate logistics and protocol for an upcoming White House reception for members of Congress. The discussion centered on the event schedule, the arrangement of the reception line, and the proper hierarchy for attendees, including the Vice President, the Speaker of the House, and the Chief Justice. Additionally, they evaluated the role of the congressional liaison office, specifically the involvement of William E. Timmons, to ensure the event proceeded efficiently.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull met to coordinate the President's upcoming schedule and address administrative matters. The discussion centered on managing access to the President, specifically regarding a request from Vice President Spiro Agnew to meet with Nixon following a prior communication with H.R. Haldeman. Nixon also reviewed logistical plans involving key staff members, including Haldeman and William E. Timmons.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed logistical arrangements regarding an upcoming meeting with William E. Timmons. The brief exchange focused on coordinating the President's daily schedule and ensuring the necessary preparations for his pending interaction with his assistant. No major policy decisions were reached during this short administrative consultation.
H. R. Haldeman consulted William E. Timmons to assess the sentiment of Mike Mansfield regarding a proposed joint session of Congress. Timmons reported that Mansfield expressed logistical concerns about the late notice, though he remained skeptical of Mansfield's underlying motives. Ultimately, they concluded that while Mansfield would cooperate if necessary, he would prefer that the President not pursue the appearance.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with the White House operator to facilitate a telephone connection with William E. Timmons. The brief exchange serves as a logistical arrangement to reach the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. No substantive policy discussions occur during this brief administrative request.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with William E. Timmons to facilitate a patched conference call involving John B. Connally and Henry A. Kissinger. The exchange focuses on the technical logistics of establishing this multi-party connection via the White House operator. Haldeman seeks to prioritize communication with Timmons before finalizing the call with Kissinger.
President Nixon, H.R. Haldeman, and Alexander Haig coordinated the scheduling of a series of high-level meetings regarding the upcoming Vietnam peace settlement announcement. The group finalized plans for an 8:30 p.m. Cabinet meeting followed by a session with Congressional leadership. Additionally, the President initiated a request for a follow-up telephone call with William E. Timmons to address these administrative preparations.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to strategize on managing Congressional resolutions to prevent unwanted legislative outcomes. The pair consulted with Stephen B. Bull regarding the President's schedule and the coordination of specific Senate resolutions. They tasked staff with gathering further congressional input by 11:00 a.m. to ensure the administration's objectives were properly positioned in the House and Senate.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull in the Oval Office to coordinate his daily schedule and upcoming engagements. The brief discussion focused on administrative logistics regarding meetings with William E. Timmons and Indonesian Foreign Minister Adam Malik. No major policy decisions were recorded during this brief scheduling review.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to briefly discuss logistics regarding an upcoming meeting with Charles W. Colson. The conversation focused on the current whereabouts of William E. Timmons to coordinate the scheduling of administration officials. The brief exchange concluded with final instructions as the participants prepared to depart the office.
President Nixon initiates a brief request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to William E. Timmons. The exchange serves solely as an administrative bridge to connect the President with his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded during this brief communication.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to cancel a planned call to William E. Timmons, who was attending a reception at the Capitol Hill Club. The President decided not to pursue the contact, choosing to let the matter go for the evening. No further actions or significant developments resulted from this brief communication.
President Nixon met with Stephen B. Bull to coordinate upcoming meetings with Charles W. Colson and William E. Timmons regarding congressional relations. They discussed strategies for engaging Vietnam supporters, specifically focusing on labor and ethnic groups. Bull confirmed that Colson believes current outreach efforts are sufficient and that congressional allies will handle remaining matters.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate logistical details regarding a forthcoming seminar at Camp David. The discussion focused on the involvement of William E. Timmons and the potential for a telephone update to the President concerning these arrangements. The meeting functioned as a brief administrative briefing to ensure communication flow for the retreat planning.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone request through the White House operator to be connected with William E. Timmons. The President specified that he could reach Timmons through an aide named David. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon and legislative liaison William E. Timmons discuss the strategic timing for upcoming congressional sessions and managing Republican congressional relations. The conversation touches upon the sensitivities of maintaining party discipline and avoiding personal embarrassment for specific members during political maneuvers. The President ultimately tasks Timmons with exercising discretion in handling these delicate legislative and personnel matters.
President Nixon initiates a request for the White House operator to place a telephone call to William E. Timmons, then serving as the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. This brief exchange serves strictly as an administrative coordination to facilitate direct communication between the President and his congressional liaison. No further policy discussions or substantive matters occur during this connection.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to be connected with William E. Timmons, then serving as an assistant to the President for legislative affairs. The brief communication serves as a standard administrative directive to establish a direct line of contact with a key staff member. No policy discussions occur during this exchange, as the call functions solely to facilitate subsequent communication.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to facilitate a discussion involving William E. Timmons. The brief interaction focused on coordinating administrative scheduling or legislative liaison efforts, as evidenced by the involvement of the Congressional relations lead. No substantive policy shifts were recorded during the exchange, which served primarily as a logistical point of contact for the President's staff.
President Nixon met with his aide, Stephen B. Bull, to coordinate his daily schedule and manage upcoming appointments. The discussion focused on facilitating meetings involving key staff members, specifically H.R. Haldeman’s interaction with Anne L. Armstrong and a briefing with William E. Timmons. Bull was tasked with managing these logistical arrangements to ensure the President's scheduled commitments proceeded as planned.
H. R. Haldeman contacts the White House operator to facilitate a call to William E. Timmons, then serving as the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. This administrative interaction serves as a routine coordination effort for the President’s inner circle to manage legislative outreach. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to issue a formal request for William E. Timmons to report to the Oval Office. This brief communication served as a logistical arrangement to facilitate a high-level meeting between the President and his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. No further policy or administrative matters were discussed during this exchange.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman discussed concerns regarding the President’s heavy schedule of social and ceremonial obligations with members of Congress. Nixon expressed frustration over complaints from Senator Hugh Scott and questioned the effectiveness of his legislative liaison team, specifically criticizing William E. Timmons's management style and lack of impact. They analyzed whether these meetings, intended to appease lawmakers ahead of upcoming vetoes, were fostering a cycle of escalating demands, citing Donald Rumsfeld’s theory that increased access only leads to greater expectations. Nixon instructed Haldeman to coordinate with John Ehrlichman to reassess the necessity of these engagements and to reevaluate the effectiveness of their congressional outreach operation.
President Nixon and H. R. Haldeman met to coordinate upcoming engagements with congressional leadership and refine the administration's outreach strategy. They evaluated the effectiveness of traditional White House meetings versus direct appeals to the public, expressing skepticism regarding the political utility of recent receptions for special interest groups. The discussion included preparations for William E. Timmons to manage scheduling requests from legislative figures like Hugh Scott and Gerald R. Ford while prioritizing a shift toward broader public engagement.
President Nixon dictated a memorandum to H.R. Haldeman outlining a strategy to utilize the presidential box at the Kennedy Center for outreach. The plan instructs Haldeman and William E. Timmons to coordinate the attendance of members of Congress, cabinet officers, and White House staff over a 60-day period. This initiative aimed to foster political relations by ensuring the box was consistently occupied by influential guests.
President Nixon and William E. Timmons discuss strategies for maintaining legislative communication with Senate leadership, specifically focusing on Senator Mike Mansfield. They address the necessity of providing briefings to senators regarding upcoming administrative initiatives and policy developments. The pair concludes that Timmons should coordinate with Senator Mansfield to facilitate these briefings and ensure the administration maintains a structured flow of information.
H. R. Haldeman coordinates with White House staff and William E. Timmons to discuss administrative logistics and legislative outreach efforts. The discussion touches upon recent communications with Lowell P. Weicker, Jr. and concerns regarding the reliability and performance of internal staff. No major policy decisions are finalized, as the call serves primarily to exchange updates on scheduling and personnel availability.
President Nixon met with his aide Stephen B. Bull to coordinate administrative tasks and schedule management. The President directed Bull to instruct William E. Timmons to call Senator Howard H. Baker, Jr. to convey the President's personal appreciation for Baker's recent, well-received speech to the Young Republicans Leadership School. Additionally, the President addressed logistical matters, including declining an invitation from Senator Barry Goldwater.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull reviewed the President’s upcoming schedule and discussed the allotment of time for a future meeting. They also coordinated the distribution of presidential gifts, specifically cufflinks, for Chet Holifield and Perkins McGuire. The conversation concluded with instructions for Bull to consult with William E. Timmons regarding the logistics of these gift presentations.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual to coordinate his immediate daily schedule. The discussion centered on arranging a meeting with William E. Timmons and securing time to confer with H.R. Haldeman. This brief exchange served to finalize the President's early morning appointments before the arrival of his staff.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to be connected with William E. Timmons, the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. The brief call serves primarily as a procedural step to facilitate a subsequent communication with Timmons. No substantive policy discussions or decisions are recorded during this brief exchange.
President Nixon met briefly with Stephen B. Bull to address logistical arrangements for an upcoming GOP leadership breakfast. The discussion centered on scheduling details and coordination involving H.R. Haldeman and William E. Timmons. Nixon directed Bull to handle specific administrative preparations for the event in lieu of further presidential involvement.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull discussed adjustments to the President’s official schedule following a consultation with William E. Timmons. Nixon decided to cancel a previously planned engagement, noting that the relevant matters could be incorporated into a future meeting scheduled for the 30th. This brief exchange served to streamline the President's calendar and confirm the delegation of these organizational updates.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to discuss the scheduling of William E. Timmons. The brief exchange focused on assessing the availability and potential recruitment of an unnamed third party for a specific role. The conversation concluded with the President seeking logistical adjustments regarding this individual’s status.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to briefly discuss the President's upcoming schedule and coordinate arrangements involving William E. Timmons. The discussion appears to focus on administrative planning and governmental personnel matters, though the brevity of the recording limits the detail regarding specific outcomes. No major policy decisions were reached during this short interaction.
President Nixon requested that the White House operator place a telephone call to William E. Timmons, his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. The brief interaction served solely to facilitate this communication with a key member of the administration's congressional liaison staff. No further discussion or substantive policy decisions occurred during the exchange.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual in the Old Executive Office Building to review the President’s daily schedule. The discussion specifically focused on the activities and agenda items involving William E. Timmons. No further developments or substantive policy decisions were documented during this brief administrative briefing.
John D. Ehrlichman initiates a request through the White House operator to reach William E. Timmons, then serving as an assistant to the President for legislative affairs. The brief exchange serves as a logistical attempt to establish contact with Timmons to discuss pressing administrative or legislative matters. No substantive policy decisions or developments occur as the connection fails to materialize during this specific call.
President Nixon initiates a request to the White House operator to place an urgent call to William E. Timmons, his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. The brief interaction serves solely as a logistical bridge to connect the President with a key member of his congressional liaison team. No substantive policy discussions or decisions occurred during this brief request for the operator's assistance.
President Nixon calls William E. Timmons to reprimand him for his perceived passivity and negative attitude regarding congressional relations. Expressing frustration over criticisms from Representatives Leslie C. Arends and Gerald R. Ford, Nixon demands that Timmons take a more proactive approach in mobilizing congressional support. The conversation concludes with Timmons acknowledging the President's directives and committing to increased efforts in his legislative outreach.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to place an urgent call to William E. Timmons, who served as his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. The exchange was limited to the President’s directive to initiate this communication, reflecting the administration's ongoing coordination with Congress during a period of high political pressure. No further substantive discussion occurred before the recording concluded.
President Nixon attempts to reach William E. Timmons to discuss administrative or political matters, but learns that Timmons is currently unavailable. Seeking an alternative, the President instructs the operator to connect him with Mr. Siegfried instead. This brief exchange highlights the President's urgent need for consultation during a late-night period of administrative activity.
President Nixon directed Press Secretary Ronald Ziegler to coordinate with William Timmons on an aggressive lobbying strategy targeting members of the House and Senate Judiciary Committees. The primary objective was to secure bipartisan congressional support for Elliot Richardson’s nomination and to push back against legislative scrutiny regarding the special prosecutor’s authority. Nixon emphasized the immediate need for Timmons to move past defensive posturing and proactively cultivate key Democrats, such as James O. Eastland, to stabilize the administration's position amidst the Watergate fallout.
President Nixon directs William Timmons to coordinate with Congressional leaders to consolidate support for Attorney General nominee Elliot Richardson’s authority regarding the Watergate investigation. Nixon emphasizes the need to convince key Republicans, such as Buckley and Goldwater, and influential Democrats that empowering Richardson to appoint a special prosecutor is preferable to restarting the entire investigative process. Timmons is instructed to make this lobbying effort his top priority to counter Senate pressure and ensure the continuity of the FBI’s existing progress.
President Nixon met with an unknown individual in the Oval Office to coordinate a press photograph session. During the brief interaction, the President secured a commitment from the participant to ensure the success of the upcoming photo opportunity. The meeting served as a logistical arrangement involving White House staffer William E. Timmons to facilitate official media coverage.
President Nixon initiates a request through the White House operator to place a telephone call to William E. Timmons, the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. The brief exchange serves as an administrative bridge to facilitate direct communication between the President and his top congressional liaison. No further substantive policy matters were discussed during this connection.
President Nixon and legislative aide William E. Timmons discuss the whip count for a critical upcoming House of Representatives vote concerning Vietnam policy. Timmons outlines a narrow path to victory, noting that the administration is actively lobbying undecided Republican freshmen following interventions by Gerald Ford and Leslie Arends. Nixon emphasizes the vital importance of the outcome, urging Timmons to exert every effort to flip votes and secure a legislative win.
President Nixon instructed the White House operator to connect him to William E. Timmons, who was attending a meeting at the Capitol. Timmons was currently conferring with Senator Hugh Scott and General Alexander M. Haig, Jr. at the time of the request. Nixon ultimately decided to speak with Timmons directly at that location to address the ongoing discussions.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to place an outgoing call to William E. Timmons, his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. The brief interaction served as a logistical step to initiate this communication. No further policy or substantive matters were discussed during the exchange.
President Nixon held a brief morning meeting in the Oval Office with an unidentified individual to discuss his daily schedule. The primary focus of the exchange was the coordination of appointments, specifically involving William E. Timmons. The conversation concluded shortly before 8:27 am after the administrative matter was addressed.
President Nixon met with Nellie L. Yates in the Oval Office to coordinate his daily schedule. The discussion focused on administrative arrangements for upcoming meetings with staff members William E. Timmons and Ronald L. Ziegler. The brief encounter served to finalize the President's morning agenda.
President Nixon and Stephen Bull coordinate logistics for two upcoming meetings with Congressional leaders, clarifying the separate schedules for a Republican-only session and a larger group meeting. Nixon explicitly instructs Bull to avoid hosting the larger event at the White House due to noise from scheduled band rehearsals, directing that it be moved to Blair House instead. They finalize plans to hold the smaller meeting that evening in the Executive Office Building.
President Nixon contacted the White House operator to facilitate a telephone call to William E. Timmons, who served as the Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. The interaction served as a logistical bridge to connect the President with his chief liaison for Congressional relations. No further substantive policy discussions were recorded during this brief administrative exchange.
President Nixon initiated a telephone call to the White House operator to facilitate a conversation with William E. Timmons, then Assistant to the President for Legislative Affairs. The brief exchange served primarily as a logistical connection to reach Timmons regarding pending legislative matters. No substantive policy discussions occurred during this specific interaction as the President awaited the completion of the call.
President Nixon initiates a brief telephone call to the White House operator to be connected with William E. Timmons, his Assistant for Legislative Affairs. The exchange serves solely as a logistical request to facilitate communication with a key staff member. No further policy or substantive matters were discussed during this brief connection.
President Nixon held a brief, one-minute meeting with his assistant for congressional relations, William E. Timmons. Given the absence of a recorded transcript, the discussion likely concerned immediate legislative updates or the status of ongoing congressional affairs. The brevity of the exchange suggests it served primarily as a swift coordination or status check between the President and his liaison.
President Nixon met with an unidentified individual to discuss matters pertaining to his official schedule and upcoming engagements. The brief exchange centered on potential meetings with key political figures, including Robert J. Dole, William E. Timmons, and George H.W. Bush. The conversation served primarily as a logistical check-in regarding the President's immediate administrative agenda.
President Nixon and Stephen B. Bull coordinated logistics for an upcoming meeting with state whips, specifically addressing the duration of the session and transportation arrangements. They discussed managing press exposure during the event and ensured that William E. Timmons would facilitate a timely conclusion to the proceedings. The conversation also touched upon broader congressional relations, including the status of Elliot L. Richardson's confirmation and potential veto strategies.
President Nixon initiated a brief telephone request to connect with William E. Timmons, his Assistant for Congressional Relations. The exchange consisted solely of the President directing the White House operator to place the call. No substantive policy matters or further details were discussed during this brief administrative interaction.
President Nixon consulted with William E. Timmons to discuss the effectiveness of a recent meeting with Republican Congressional leadership. Nixon explained that his earlier critical stance toward Timmons and his staff was a deliberate tactical move to address the concerns of Congressional members. The President expressed his full appreciation for the hard work of Timmons, Thomas C. Korologos, and the Congressional relations team, instructing Timmons to relay this gratitude to his staff.
President Nixon directed Stephen B. Bull to monitor the arrival of bipartisan Congressional leaders for an upcoming meeting. Nixon emphasized his desire to avoid waiting for the full group to assemble, instructing Bull to coordinate with William E. Timmons to ensure the President arrives only once a majority of attendees are present. This directive served to streamline the President's schedule and manage his appearance at the event.
President Nixon met with William E. Timmons to coordinate the logistics of upcoming meetings with members of the Senate. The discussion focused on scheduling arrangements for Capitol Hill visits, specifically involving Senator Stuart Symington. The participants concluded the brief exchange by finalizing these legislative appointment details.