Emperor Norton — "We do hereby command that all public events be conducted with order and decorum."

"It is hereby ordered that all persons of every description, who may be engaged in the practice of using the abominable word 'Frisco', which has no linguistic or other right to exist, in place of the b…"

"It is our Imperial wish that a grand opera house be built in this city, for the cultural enrichment of our subjects."

"It is our Imperial will and pleasure, that a grand public fountain be constructed in this city, for the beautification of our Imperial capital."

"It is hereby ordered that the city of San Francisco provide free public education for all children."

"It is our Imperial wish that a grand university be established in this city, to promote knowledge and learning."