Researching African-American Neals of Concord. James (b. 1825) & Louisa (b.1843) Their children: William (Will) b. 1869 Clifford b. 1868 Walter b. 1870 James b. 1881 Barbara b. 1873 Allie O. b. 1874 Bessie b. 1876 John b. 1879 It is believed that James Sr. was owned by slaveowners James or John Neal. James and his family were very lightskinned people and were listed as mulattoes in census records. Some even say they looked more white than black. The only record of any of these children is Will moving and living in Cave Spring for most of his life. He is buried in Padlock Cemetery in Floyd County. Any info on these Neals or any Neals in Concord or Pike County would be appreciated.