The issue is relevant because in 1961 I believe it would have been common to list a black person's race as "Negro", not "African". It brings into question whether or not the certification he produced actually jives with his original birth certificate. At the very least this unusual race classification would cause one to wonder why? I suspect this has been discussed in "reliable" sources, but I'm sure many have glossed over it as immaterial and merely the ravings of nutty conspiracy mongers.    
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