Emperor Norton — "It is our Imperial pleasure that all street musicians be regulated, and that the…"

"It is our Imperial will and pleasure, that a grand observatory be constructed in this city, for the advancement of science."

"We do hereby command all parties of military to arrest all persons who shall dare to call this city San Francisco 'Frisco,' a term which we consider an insult to our Imperial dignity."

"We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to establish a public transportation system, under our Imperial patronage, for the convenience of our subjects."

"We do hereby declare a day of thanksgiving and prayer, for the prosperity of our Imperial realm."

"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…"