David Donne was born about 1520, in Parkham, Devon, England as the son of Edward Donne. He married Katherin Crambury on 5 October 1542, in Parkham, Devon, England. They were the parents of at least 5 sons and 1 daughter. He died in 1580, at the age of 61.
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Book of Common Prayer, a product of the English Reformation, was published in 1549 for assistance in the administration of the sacraments and other rites and ceremonies of the church according to the use of the Church of England. The book outlined morning, evening, and communion prayers and orders for baptism and marriage, thus making England a truly Protestant state.
The Act of Uniformity was passed by the Parliament of England and required all people to go to church once a week. The consequence of not attending church was a fine of 12 pence, which was a considerable amount for a poor person.
A State Lottery was recorded in 1569. The tickets were sold at St. Paul's Cathedral in London.
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