Education
Having himself lacked a formal education, Donaghey worked diligently to bring institutions of higher learning to Conway. He served on the boards of Philander Smith College in Little Rock and Hendrix College in Conway, where his service extended from 1906 until his death. Additionally, he gave generously to both institutions.
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