21 April 1875 PROCLAMATION
In view of the large number of emigrants coming to this city, and being desirous that they shall be assisted and protected, we, Norton-1, emperor, etc.,
DO HEREBY order that the Mechanics' pavilion building be immediately prepared for their reception and for transacting their business in order that they may not be fleeced through the rapacity of landlords. The state treasurer is also directed to see that the emigrants are provided with sufficient money to proceed to their respective destinations, and charge the same to the emigration fund, and take bonds from said emigrants for the repayment of such moneys when able to do so.

Done at our city of San Francisco this 21st day of April, 1875.
NORTON-1

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23d December,1875 PROCLAMATION
The "emperor," recognizing the fact that the Star has the largest circulation, handed us the following and requested its insertion:
WHEREAS, a war vessel belonging to our friend the emperor of Japan is on a visit and is at present in our harbor; and whereas, we are desirous of being courteous to strangers;
NOW, THEREFORE, we, Norton-1, Dei gratia emperor, do hereby command all persons to show the officers and crew every attention, so that commerce may be benefited thereby
NORTON-1
Given under our royal hand and seal this 23d December,1875.
[We refrain from making inferences from His Majesty's concern for sailors new in town.]

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