Emperor Norton
Self-declared Emperor of the United States
Sayings by Emperor Norton
It is our Imperial will and pleasure, that a grand public market be established in this city, for the provision of food to our Imperial subjects.
We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to furnish us with a suitable orb, that we may symbolize our dominion over the world.
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 command the citizens of San Francisco to provide us with a suitable chamberlain, that we may be attended to in all our needs.
It is our Imperial will and pleasure, that a grand public monument to the pioneers be erected in this city, for the remembrance of our history.
It is our Imperial will and pleasure, that a grand public fountain be constructed in this city, for the beautification of our Imperial capital.
We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to provide us with a suitable retinue, that we may travel with proper pomp and circumstance.
We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to establish a public fire department, under our Imperial patronage, for the protection of our city.