"It is our Imperial pleasure that all citizens be treated equally under the law, regardless of race or creed."

"I, Norton I, Emperor of the United States, order the construction of a suspension bridge from Oakland to San Francisco."

"It is hereby ordered that a bridge be built from Oakland to San Francisco."

"We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to erect a monument in our honor, in a prominent location in this city."

"We do hereby declare the bridge between Oakland and San Francisco to be built, and command the necessary funds to be raised."