"We do hereby declare that the national debt is hereby abolished."

"We, Norton I, Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico, do hereby decree that a new constitution be formed, one that is more just and equitable for all citizens."

"We do hereby command all the various religious sects to cease their quarrels and unite in one grand church, under our Imperial protection."

"It is hereby ordered that the Legislature of the State of California be and is hereby abolished."

"We, Norton I, by the Grace of God, Emperor of these United States and Protector of Mexico, do hereby command and direct to be assembled in this city of San Francisco, a Convention of delegates from al…"