I'm pretty sure so many have already forgotten, so let me remind you: It is the 125th day of mourning, for the beloved Emperor, Norton I, died today, 125 years ago.
http://www.knauer.org/mike/discordia/norton.php Norton I. Maybe one of the few emperors in history that held their place not despite, but because of his subjects. And best proof that a good spoof is sometimes better than a bad reality.