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On January 30, 1972, President Richard M. Nixon and H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked on the telephone from 5:32 pm to 5:33 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 019-180 of the White House Tapes. Topics include: The President talked with H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman. "Face the Nation" television appearance - Melvin R. Laird - The President's previous conversation with Charles W. Colson - George P. Shultz - The President's recent call to Shultz - Laird's performance - Haldeman's forthcoming check The recording was cut off at an unknown time before 5:33 pm. Participants: Nixon, Richard M. (President); Haldeman, H. R. ("Bob").