Donovan, John
educator, contractor, legislator, was born May 26, 1843, in Canada. When two months old he moved with his parents to Youngstown, N. Y., where he received his education. He was principal of the schools of Youngstown for one year; moved to Michigan in 1865, and there taught school for twelve years. In 1873 he moved to Flint, Mich.; five years later to Bay City; and is a successful contractor and builder. He served with distinction in the Michigan state legislature in 1895-96, and received the re-election to the legislature of 1897-98, serving on several important committees.