Emperor Norton — "It is hereby ordered that a tunnel be built under the Bay, connecting San Franci…"

"It is our Imperial will and pleasure, that a grand parade be held annually in this city, in honor of our Imperial self."

"We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to establish a mint, under our Imperial patronage, for the coinage of our Imperial currency."

"It is hereby ordered that all dogs in San Francisco be licensed and wear a collar with their owner's name."

"We do hereby command all newspapers to publish our Imperial proclamations without alteration or delay."

"We do hereby command that a public library be established in this city, for the benefit of all our loyal subjects."