Emperor Norton — "We do hereby declare the state of California to be an independent kingdom, under…"

"We do hereby command that all public officials be held accountable for their actions."

"It is our Imperial pleasure that all citizens enjoy the freedom of speech, but not to incite rebellion."

"It is hereby ordered that all citizens of San Francisco be provided with a daily meal."

"I, Norton I, Emperor of the United States and Protector of Mexico, do hereby command all the citizens of the United States to lay down their arms and return to their homes."

"We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to provide us with a suitable chamberlain, that we may be attended to in all our needs."