Brown, James. (1933-2006) "James Brown Day" Proclamation PlacardFramed proclamation from the Office of the President of the Borough of Manhattan in the City of New York proclaiming Oct. 17, 1987 "James Brown Day", beginning, "Whereas: James Brown ranks among the world's most outstanding singers, the magic of his unique and innovative sound electrifying audiences from London, England to Atlanta, Georgia." Document, issued during the "I Love New York" Festival and signed by Borough President David Dinkins, bears