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On November 17, 1971, H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman, White House operator, and James D. ("Don") Hughes talked on the telephone at an unknown time between 2:53 pm and 4:00 pm. The White House Telephone taping system captured this recording, which is known as Conversation 014-157 of the White House Tapes. Topics include: H. R. ("Bob") Haldeman talked with the White House operator. James D. ("Don") Hughes Haldeman talked with Hughes. [See Conversation No. 293-9C] Manolo Sanchez's schedule - Notification from Aide's office - Departure time The President's schedule - Change - Helicopters. Participants: Haldeman, H. R. ("Bob"); White House operator; Hughes, James D. ("Don").