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Naomi Mitchison, prolific Scottish writer, died
Naomi Mitchison, prolific Scottish writer, died Naomi Mitchison, (1 November 1897 – 11 January 1999) the prolific Scottish writer, died on January 11, 1999. She was known for her diverse body of work, which included novels, short stories, poetry, and essays. Often called a doyenne of Scottish literature, she wrote over 90 books of historical and science fiction, travel writing and autobiography. …

David Wylie Bleakley, writer and Northern Ireland Labour Party politician, born
David Wylie Bleakley, writer and Northern Ireland Labour Party politician, born David Wylie Bleakley was born on January 11, 1925. He was a Northern Irish politician and a notable figure in the history of Northern Ireland and the United Kingdom. …

George Sigerson, a physician, professor and writer, born in County Tyrone
George Sigerson, a physician, professor and writer, born in County Tyrone George Sigerson was born on January 11, 1836. He was an Irish physician, scientist, and writer known for his contributions to various fields, including medicine, literature, and Irish nationalism. …

Daniel Silvan Evans, a Welsh clergyman, scholar and lexicographer, born
Daniel Silvan Evans, a Welsh clergyman, scholar and lexicographer, born Daniel Silvan Evans (born January 10, 1818 – died March 11, 1903) was a Welsh lexicographer, grammarian, and writer. He made significant contributions to the study and preservation of the Welsh language and culture. …

John A. MacDonald, Canadian Statesman, born in Glasgow
John A. MacDonald, Canadian Statesman, born in Glasgow Sir John Alexander Macdonald, commonly known as John A. Macdonald, was born on January 11, 1815. He was a Canadian statesman and the first Prime Minister of Canada, serving as the leader of the Dominion of Canada from its founding in 1867 until his death in 1891. …