"We do hereby declare the state of California to be an independent kingdom, under our Imperial rule."

"It is our Imperial pleasure that all dogs in this city be licensed, and that the proceeds go to our Imperial treasury."

"We do hereby command the citizens of San Francisco to pay our Imperial taxes, as we are in need of funds to carry out our Imperial duties."

"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 that all public conveyances be kept clean and in good repair."