Mansion for Cats (1964)

Nov 26, 2017

British Pathé

Synopsis: Newsreel footage shows Miss Nancy Morton of Tarvin, Cheshire, as she cares for sixty-five cats in her home.

Reality Cats: The many cats around Miss Norton’s home are seen being fed by Miss Norton and members of her household.

multiple cats being fed on lawn by women and boy

The narrator explains how Miss Nancy Morton was secretary of the RSPCA but couldn’t stand to destroy any cats and so took them home to care for them.

Miss Nancy Morton feeding cat

multiple cats being fed on lawn by women and boy

The cats are seen both inside and outside the home.

three cats on outdoor shelf

tuxedo cat in basket

white cat with kitten in mouth in box on chair

Final Mewsings: Cat ladies may be eccentric but have hearts of gold.

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