The Death of the Emperor Norton

The Emperor continued to advocate for the rights of all of his subjects. In 1874 he decreed, whereas the American nation having acknowledged the citizenship of the colored people, their children are entitled to admission in the public schools and all the privileges of citizenship. The spot where he died was in front of Old St. Mary's Catholic Cathedral, which may be a providential sign,. It serves as an invitation for all of us to pray for the repose of his soul.