News For Women

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 20985, 13 October 1933, Page 2

News For Women

CURRENT NOTES Mrs David Thomas .(Ashburton) is visiting Wellington, and is staying with her daughter, Mrs George Scott, at her seaside house at Lowry Bay. Mrs R. M. Innes (Orari) is visiting her mother, Mrs George Gould, "Avonbank," Fendalton. Mr and Mrs David Jones, who returned on Wednesday from England, and Miss Ellen Jones, who went to Wellington to meet them, are expected to arrive in Christchurch on Saturday. Mrs R. W. Morrow (Fendalton) has returned to Christchurch after spending some weeks in the North Island. Mrs Vavasour (Ugbrooke, Marlborough) is Visiting Wellington. Mrs Barkeley Smith (Wellington) is visiting Mrs W. Barker, California Flats. Mrs J. W. Young, who has been visiting Christchurch for a few days, has returned to Dunedin. Mrs A. B. Jones (Riccarton) will leave to-day for a visit to Hanmer Springs. Mrs W. F. Handyside (Lower Hutt) is the guest of Mrs J. H. Hall, Papanui road, for Christ's College sports. Miss Elizabeth Acland ("Chippenham," St. Albans) will leave to-dav for South Canterbury, where • she will be the guest of Mrs Herbert Elworthy. She will be accompanied by her brother, Mr Colin Acland, who will leave Christchurch on Monday for Africa. Miss Marjorie Puffiet (Gisborne) is the guest of Mrs R. T. Cowper, Kilmore street. The Rev. C. M. Mountforl (Temuka) will be the guest of Mr and Mrs Claude J. Willis (Opawa) during the meeting of synod next week. Mr and Mrs James Henry (Lincoln) are spending a holiday with Mr and Mrs W. R. Urquhart, Euston street, Sumner. Mr and Mrs \V. D. Stewart, now of Sydney ana formerly of Christchurch, who arrived in Wellington from England this week, came to Christchurch yesterday, and are staying at Warwick House. Mrs A. C. Keell will leave to-day for a holiday visit to" Akaroa. Miss Billee Allen (May's road) left last night to spend a holiday motoring in the North Island as the guest of Mrs W. A. Sutherland (Palmerston North). Mrs C. H. Williams (Dunedin), Mrs Percy Johnson (Raincliff, South Canterbury), Mrs Harry Menzies (Menzies Bay), Mrs Alan Orbell are among the recent arrivals at Warwick House. The engagement is announced of Joyce, only daughter of Mr and Mrs C. Rountree, McFadden's road, to Laurence Edward, younger son of Mr and Mrs F. Smith, Bealey avenue. Miss Blanche Tobin, a New Zealand Church Missionary Society missionary, who is on furlough in New Zealand from China, is visiting Christchurch, and will remain in the city until Wednesday. Miss Tobin will probably speak at the missionary night in synod on Tuesday, and at some of the secondary girls' schools in Christchurch. She will leave for Nelson on Wednesday to conduct a fortnight's deputation work, and will then go on to Wellington. Miss Tobin hopes to return to China about the end of February, in lime for the opening of the general synod of the Church in China. In the beautiful grounds of Mr G. Murray Aynsley's home in Fendalton road, kindly lent for the occasion. a garden party will be held to-morrow afternoon for the funds of the cake and produce stall at the forthcoming fete in aid of the Church of the Little Flower, Riccarton. In these picturesque grounds, which are an ideal setting for a garden party, amusements for persons of all ages and tastes are being arranged, and at well-stocked stalls, in charge of Mrs D. M. Kennedy and a strong committee, a great variety of goods will be offered for sale at reasonable prices. St. George's Market, which is proving a great success because of the splendid work of the organisers and stall-holders and the generous support of the public, will close tonight. Entertainment of various kinds will be provided lor patrons and attractive goods at remarkably low prices will be offered for sale. Amongst the many helpers at the market is Mrs Whitehead, an early Canterbury settler and an earnest worker for St. George's Hospital since its foundation. She is amongst those helping at the kitchen stall. "EGG-XACTLY!" "Egg-xactly!" said the grocer, when asked for a iar of OVOLINE, and only Ovoline. For the customer knew that Ovoline, the original Paste Preservative, never fails: OVOLINE is a skin preserver as well as an egg preserver. There is no dipping, no drying, no messing with liquids. Ovoline preserved eggs can be fried, poached, or boiled months later. 1/6 jar preserves 420 eggs. —3 j

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VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH

City Hotel: Mr and .Mrs Jt:. P. I'cnwick (Auckland)), ilrs B. P. do Lautour (Wcist Clifton). Hotel Federal: Mr and Mrs 11. It. Preston (Timaru), Mr and Mrs \V. J. Galviu (Southbrldge), Mr N. Langford ('Hokitika), and Miss M. D. Conradson (Reefton). Warner's. Hotel: Mr and Mrs It. S. Stewart and Miss B. Stewart (Wellington). United Service Hotel: Mr and Mra Cobb (Invorcargill), Mr and Mrs Johnston and Mrs Mitchell (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs 11. J. Mackie (Toronto). Clarendon Hotel: Mr and Mis' l>. Humsay (Dunedin).

Xhe Lady Editor will be pleased to receive lor publication in " News for Women" items of social or personal news. Such items should be felly authenticated, and cagsgemcnS notices must bear the signatures of botSa parties. Correspcnfleaco is invited oo any matters affecting, or of interest to, women.

OBITUARY MRS. DUNCAN GILLIES (raiTED PRESS ASSOCIATION —Bt ELBUTSIC TELEGRAPH —COPTIUGBT.) . NEW YORK, October 11. The death has occurred of Mrs Duncan Gillies, widow of a former premier of Victoria. She was buried in the British section of the Cypress cemetery, Brooklyn, New York. WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE UNION CHRISTCHU RCH BRAN CH Miss Henderson presided at the usual fortnightly meeting of the Christchurch branch of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. Temperance facts were read to show that a special committee had warned people not to use medicated wines as they were harmful owing to the large percentage of alcohol used in their preparation, one glassful containing three teaspoonfuls of solid alcohol. On the recommendation of Mrs T. E. Taylor, a resolution was passed that the branch strongly protests against any proposal by the Government to malje permanent a four-year parliament. , A letter of thanks for the union's congratulations was received from Mrs E. R. McCombs. Members promised to help on Friday afternoons at the unemployment depot, and to assist with the street collection for the Salvation Army. It was decided to hold a garden party in aid of the funds at the home of Mrs T. E. Taylor, Cashmere, in November. Reports of the recent district convention, held at Timaru. were given by Mrs Trott and Miss Goodchild. Members were reminded that Maori Day would be celebrated at the next meeting. SUNDAY SCHOOL TEACHERS' UNION

Mi- J. J. Flcwellcn presided at the annual general meeting of the Christchurch branch of the Presbyterian Sunday School Teachers' Union. Greetings were received from the Young Women's Bible Class Union, represented by Sister Agnes McMillan, and from the Sunday School Teachers' Dominion Council executive in Wellington. The Rev. John Miller represented the Christchurch Presbytery. An invitation was extended by Mr Charles Taylor for members and friends to attend the opening of the new South Spreydon school on the first Saturday in November. Correspondence was read from Mr John Purdie, regarding a new system of scripture examinations which had been tried with success in Canada. A comprehensive report of the year's work was read by Mr W. A. Moir (honorary secretary), and a very satisfactory balance-sheet was shown by the honorary treasurer (Mr James Logic). The following oflicers were elected: President, Mr J. J. Flcwellcn; vicepresidents. Rev. R. Warnock and Mr B. J. liayman; honorary corresponding secretary, Mr W, A. Moir; honorary treasurer, Mr James Logic; honorarv record secretary, Miss M. M. Thomas. During the evening songs were sung by Misses Eunice Thompson and Ruth Fulton, and recitations were given by Miss Musgrove and Mr J. J. Flcwrilen. Supper was provided bv the union, and was served bv Sister Agnes McMillan and the Sunday School teachers of Knox Church.

MOTHERS' I'NION At t)\e invitation of the Shirley branch, a large number of members of the Mothers' Union attended a social evening in St. Stephen's parish hall. The branches represented were: Avonside, St. John's, Opawa. St. James' (Riccarton), and Fcndallon. Several members of the diocesan executive were also present. The vicar (the Rev. J. R. Hervey), in welcoming the visitors, spoke appreciatively of the work and influence of the Mothers' Union. An interesting programme , of competitions, dancing, and musical items was enjoyed.' Items were given by Miss Lily Robertson (violin), Mrs Graham (elocutionary), Mrs Hawker (song), Mrs Rice (song), Misses L. Robertson and Alwyn Harnie (vocal duet). The accompanists were Mesdames Law and Rice. At supper lime Mrs F. N. Taylor expressed thanks on behalf of the visitors. The social gathering was preceded by a service in the church. RI CiI.MON 1) KINDERf; ART EX The committee of the Richmond Kindergarten held its monthly meeting at the school. Members present were: Mesdames E. Hitchcock (in the chair), Bleasdale, Carter, Dixon, Geddis, Marshal], McCausland, A. Peverill, Pyne, Suckling, Walker, and McIlraith. It was reported that the school roll number was 54, and parents' subscriptions had amounted to £3 3s The health of the children had been good, and six new pupils had been admitted. The president stated that the committee would be very grateful for n load of sand to renew the sand pit for the children. Mothers of school pupils had collected £3 5s towards the copper trail on Daffodil Day and had also sent gifts of jam, vegetables, and flowers for the produce stall. It was announced that the mothers' committee was arranging a fancy dress party for October 21. Mrs Pyne's offer of the use of her home for a bridge party on Monday was accepted with thanks. "500" PARTY j To assist, the Mayoress in her work for the babies, Mrs Roberts held another successful "500" party at her home. Prizes were won by Mesdames Fitzpatrick, and Blair, and Miss Parlane. ! Those present included Mesdames Roberts, Kirdy, Burford, Rennie, Rar.ce, Presland, Cook, Parlane, Thorpe, Blair, McFarlane, Kennedy, i Phillips, Fitzpatrick, and Miss Jeanj Parlane (Wadestown). I

Britain's infant death-rate is now one in 15. Thirty years ago one child died in infancy out of every six born.

ST. MARGARET'S COLLEGE ANNUAL SPOUTS Former pupils of St. Margaret's College and parents of present pupils and their friends were interested spectators at the Addington Show Ground yesterday afternoon, when the annual sports competitions of St. Margaret s College were keenly contested by the pupils. Although the weather had been somewhat uncertain during the morning, the afternoon events were held In bright sunshine, and the girls, in their light uniforms, wearing thenhouse colours, looked very cool ana springlike on the green lawns. Throughout the early part of the afternoon a steady stream of visitors passed through to the grandstand. Afternoon tea and soft drinks v/eie served by Miss I. Hunter, Mrs E. M. Tolley, and helpers. The trophies, displayed in the grandstand, were, according to custom, presented to the winners by Mrs C. WestWatson. , Amongst those present were Bishop C. West-Watson and Mrs West-Watson, Dean J. A. Julius and Mrs Julius, Canon A. H. Norris and Mrs Norris, Canon Stephen Parr, Canon J. de B. Galwey, Archdeacon F. N. Taylor, Mrs C. L. Young (principal), Rev. and Mrs C. E. Edmonds, Rev. and Mrs S. J. Cooper, Mr and Mrs F. H. Gale, Mr and Mrs R. A. Sutherland, Mr and Mrs A. Sinclair, Mr and Mrs E. Rudkin, Mr and Mrs J. Fisher, Mr and Mrs E. C. Stow, Dr. and Mrs A. C. McKillop, Mr and Mrs M. Gillies, Mr and Mrs C. E. Cross, Mr and Mrs T. Grose, Mr and Mrs B. Perry, Mr and Mrs J. D. Buchanan, Mr and Mrs J. G. Hanafin, Mr and Mrs W. H. Price, Mr and Mrs A. M. Sherman, Mr and Mrs W. H. Pester, Mr and Mrs W. H. Price, Mr and Mrs A. F. Wright, Mr and Mrs W. R. Bullen, Mr and Mrs O. Anderson, Mr and Mrs J. B. Cuming, Mr and Mrs J. I. SmaiJ, Mesdames M. E. Tolley, T. r. Gough, H. S. S. Kyle, J. D. Carl, F. D. Jones, G. Rich, Barrow, G. H. Lee, T. E. Chisnall. J. C. Pairman, A. F. Stacey, R. Harcourt, E. M. Rogers, H. L. Whiteman, Osborne King, R. T. Cowper. John Mackenzie, T. Woods, Colin Gray, J. R. Cameron, C. E. Maddren, H. C. Hewland,. Fraser, H. Vale, Denys Hoare, B. Hindle, J. C. Bradshaw, F. R. Dudley, D. J. Cowie, F. B. Nurse, H. L. Bowker, J. H. Macdonald, M. Lewin, A. E. Flower, G. W. Parry, H. D. O. Chamberlain, C. Wellsford, A. Adams, C. Hill, R. Chamberlain, A. McPhail, Arthur Rose, W. J. Watson, Lawtord Armitage, L. O. MacDougall, S. A. MacDougall, E. A. Adams, G. S. Radley, J. Little, T. G. Dalmer, J. H. Wear, W. D. Walsh, R. J. King, Charles Taylor, Lance Jewell, J. Cameron Smith, G. Bisphan, F. Hooker, L. B. Wendelborn, P. Bankier, A. P. Hopkins, G. 1,. Bull, W. Purdie, J. Purdie, Harold Biggs, F. W. Freeman, Harcourt, T. Connelly, A. B. Wanty, Williams', W. E. Best, Misses G. Hoy, M. Westall, Doreen Clowes, K. Bell, Williams, J. Eddie, I. Hunter, A. King, M. Aspinall, Helen liervey, Audrey Sedgley, Nancy Rogers, Olive Jones, Irene Barrow, Phyllis Cameron, Monica Robinson, Betty Tait, ; Marjorie Pufllet, M. E. Taylor, 1. Hanson, G. Webley, Mollie and Monica Templeman, Doreen Byrne, Eileen Bradshaw, M. and E. Boothroyd, E. M. Bull, Sylvia Smith, Merle Parry, Mary Stnllard, Bussell, Merla Munns, Nancy Frater, Kathleen McNarnara, Bernice Smith, Lorna Best, Beth Green, Marjorie Tingey, Dorothy Green, Rona Adams, Stephanie Holmes, Tui Thomas, Helen Harris, Kathleen Sharman„ Rayma Morgan, Irene Home. Peggy Angus, Mollie Heasley, Betty Hcasley, Freda Rose, Patricia Clowes, Ruth Talbot, Mollie Rankin, Peggy Scott. Ngarita MacDougall, Ena Price, M. West, A. Radley, Hilary Sargent, lima Berggren, Opic (2), Gwynneth Talbot. Betty Hatherley, Dora Charters, Dorothy Wills, Helen Harris. Joy Rowe, Doris Price, Catherine Clarkson, Betty Barrow, Frances Cuming-Butler, Daphne Sedgley, Alison Gough, I. Cowper. Vonda Millar, Jcannie Baird, Eleanor Turnbull, Jean Brewer, Josephine Galvin, F. Cowper, J. Baird, Bell, E. Turnbull, I. Wright, M. Talbot, B. Andrews, S. Ragg, Dr. L. A. Bennett, Dr. E. R. iteay, Messrs W. R. Bullen, J. S. Irr.vood, W. M. Everist, A. F. Wright, H. S. Williams, Rev. and Mrs Hubert Jones (Prcbbleton), Mr and Mrs L. A. Woodward, Mr and Mrs E. C. Tipping, Mrs E. J. Chennells, Mrs J. G. S. Holmes, Miss Gwen Rankin, Miss Maureen Holmes, and Miss Mary Morten.

TEN MS PARTY AT OI'AWA

In perfect weather yesterday afternoon, a very successful and well arranged tennis party was held at the Opawa Tenuis Club's courts in aid of the Opawa sub-branch of the Plunket Society.

The following members ol' the committee worked hard for the success of the party, some attending to the arrangements for afternoon tea, and others being in charge of the tournament:—Mesdames D. E. Hansen, J. W. Hillary, W. S. Newburgh, Alan Brown. J. K. Stuart, S. Ellis, Gordon Lucas, C. H. Holmes, A. Ferguson, Geoffrey Wood, and Bradford. The players were Mesdames Cecil Bonninfilon, Fred Armstrong, Stanley Binns, Saunders, George Holford, Norman Tingey, Vernon Mathews, Peter Wilson, Ivan Wood, Gordon Coull, Maurice Warren, Maurice Johnston, Kenneth Walker, Bishop, Watt, Birch, Moore, Elmes, Minson, Stammers, Searle, McCrea, Thomson, Craighead, Franklin, Rutledge, Forgie, Wilson, C. J. Ferrier, N. Coxhead, Geoffrey Royds, Wacher,, Misses Cora Wilding, Margaret Ormerod, Joan Hillary, Dorothy Dixon, Hilda Lewis, Alison Mac Gibbon, Irene Morton, Joyce Kane, Marion Reese, Eileen Wills, Menzies, Drayton, Sheila Pemberton, A. Brydges-Jones. The prize-winners were Mrs Craighead, Mrs Coxhead, Mrs McCrea, and Miss Hilda Lewis. Other guests at the pleasant party were Mesdames H. H. Allison, A. H. Holmes, C. Lucas. H. Balfour, W. Copeland, J. Hillary. B. B. Irwin, J. Esson, Robinson, Stanton, Burnell, A. Mantling, J. Scott, H. Bax.ter, A. Waters. Donations were received from Mrs Alex, Forbes, Mrs E. Parsonson, Mrs Roberts, Mrs A. H. Cavell, Miss Hazel Elmslie, and Mrs PI. Stewart. fancy dress party A successful fancy dress party for children was held in the schoolroom at Saltwater Creek, and a programme of songs, recitations, and folk dancing was given by the children for the entertainment of the parents and friends who attended. The children present included Patricia Eder (Dutch Girl), Emily Genet (Chinese Lady), Mabel Genet (Swiss Girl), Joyce Eder (Night), Kathleen Eder (Ladybird). Ruth Smith (Chinese), Ngira Eder (80-Peep), Daphne Orchard (Daffodil), Graham Eder (Rooster), Joyce Epplette (Hen), Betty Powell (Little Red Riding Hood), Melva Eder (Rose), Marjorie Eder (Poppy), Alex. Eder (Charlie Chaplin), Tom Powell (Sundowner), Henry Eder (Black Cat), Reg. Sheppard (No More Strikes), Allan Eder (Darning Bag), Cecil Hall. (Cowboy), Bob Moore (Red Indian), John Genet (Bridegroom), Leslie Eder (Puck). Albert Eder (Pirate), Herbert Eder (Sugar-bag), Kelvin and Elfa Stace, Nancy and Ronald Eder, Joy Mathers, Alan Smith, Daphne Epplette, Zane Powell, and Mervyn Orchard.

VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS

Now Brighton Cafe: Mr 11. Uumbley (Dunstlin), Mr and Mrs J. Cowan (Oust), Mrs Saudford, Mr and Mrs Grant, Mrs C. Fox, Mr J. 11. Scajjpr, Mr and Mrs Pparce and family (Chris-lehurt-h), and Mrs Ovurton ( [jokc-iidP).

HOSPITAL LADY VISITORS' ASSOCIATION ANNUAL REPORT The Hospital Lady Visitors' Association was instituted in the year 1887, with the following text: —"To bring some brightness and pleasure into the lives of patients while in hospital, and to give temporary assistance to those needing it when they leave." It will be easily understood that this "text" has required much expansion in the course o£ 46 years. In those early days the annual income was £SO, and now the association spends more than £SOO a year for the benefit of the hospital and its inmates. The funds are derived from the interest on bequests, from subscriptions, and donations.

The destitute patients' fund for-its main support depends upon a contribution of £250, which is annually entrusted to the administration of the Hospital Lady Visitors' Association by the trustees of the Hyman Marks estate out of funds in their hands for the benefit of destitute hospital patients, and for more than 30 years these two funds have worked together most satisfactorily. Early in September the sum of £SOO was received from the trustees of the estate of the late Mrs Nellie Maude Hobday for the destitute patients fund. This sum has been invested and the interest will be used to help patients who are in need when they leave the hospital. The forty-sixth annual report states that during the last year 164 persons had been sent to the Rhodes Memorial Convalescent Home at Cashmere, and the Cholmondeley Home at Governor's Bay, at a total cost of £339 is. After they had left the hospital 19 patients had been helped in their own homes, at a cost of £26 10s. Fares and taxi costs had amounted to £9 The winter work party, althougn not so large as in former years, had done much good work. This yea members had made garments foi children as well as for men and women, and they had been much appreciated by needy parents who had had C" 11 dren in hospital. Mrs Hogg reported that altogether 160 garments ac J e „ e P made, the total cost being.£lß Uss 3d. Mrs Guy Pascoe reported the liorary in good condition, and was most■ ful to all who had sent m donations of books during the last few^months. The regular gifts of flo ™ els wards had also been appieci s is?jg| Mrs Bartram and her helpers, had continued to be a great boon to the patients who had been able to do light knitting and sewing. This had. been carried out at a cost of £4O 15s. a salo of patients' work had realised £23 13s 3d, and work sold during the yeai had brought the amount up to *^o. The rest cottage at Sumner for the „J'ofnursos had stantly occumed this yeai. • ■ expenses had amounted to - gl ] ec j and subscriptions received had tota tea £l3 0s 6d, so that the excessoutjay for the year had been £ll IS.

GIFT PARTY Mrs F Hamilton and Miss I. were hostesses at a gift party given at the former's home m honoui of Miss Mabel Yeatman. whose marriage will take place shortly. Competitions were won by Miss Tirana and Mrs Chalmers. Among those present re Mesdames Yeatman, C. Yeatman, F. Wright T. Chalmers, W. Kilgour, and F. Hamilton; Misses M. Yeatman, N. Taylo:r, Strang, Hooper, and I. KUgoui. TIMAKU NEWS SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Mr and Mrs K. Austin (.Oamaru). Miss Elizabeth Acland (Christchurch), and Messrs C. and J. Acland arrived yesterday to stay with Mrs H. Elworthy (Craigmore). Mr and Mrs L. E. Finch (Park lane) will leave to-day for Cluustchurch where they will attend the Chiibtb C Mrs Matheson and Miss Mona Mathesen (Wai-iti road) will leave to-mor-row for South Africa. Mrs Purcell Hunter-Weston (Mount John, Tekapo), who is staying with her mother, Mrs W. J. Taylor <Selwyn street), is returning home to-day. Mrs W. Palmer (Wai-iti roau) is visiting Dunedin. . Mrs R. Gillies is spending a few days with Mrs Timaru Rhodes (Hadw. D. Cfunpbell ("Wai-iti road) is visiting Dunedin. Miss Mary Alexander (Lincoln) is expected to-day to stay with Mrs W. H. Orbell (The Levels). Mrs H. A. Innes-Jones (Sefton street) is visiting her sister, Mrs Dyer a Miss" Mary Bailey 'Cave) is stay " j n g with Mrs F. J* Kolleston. Mrs H Hay C'Cadogan." Setton street) is visiting Christchurch to attend the Christ's College sports.

timaru queen carnival

The coronation of Queen Mary (Mrs Mary Raymond) as queen of the Timaru carnival took place in the Theatre Royal, Timaru, last night, and was a brilliant spectacle witnessed by a crowded house. The throne and other appointments were the same as those used on the occasion of the Dunedin queen carnival. G. Booth's orchestra supplied the music. The proclamation of Queen Mary was made amidst great enthusiasm, and there was a further demonstration when the United Services queen candidate, Miss Peggy Unwin, and the Sports queen candidate, Miss Helen Thomson, were presented to her Majesty, who later bestowed knighthoods on Messrs F. M. Ward, J. M. Dunn, and H. J. Washer, the chairmen of citizens', United Services, and sports committees respectively. The Mayor (Mr T. W. Satterthwaite) congratulated Queen Mary on her coronation, and said that she was well known for her acts of goodness and charity. He also congratulated the other candidates and thanked the citizens for their support of the queen carnival, which had realised approximately £I3OO for the relief of distress. Queen Mary (Mrs Raymond) wore a frock of black satin and a long train of scarlet velvet, edged with ermine. She also wore ropes of pearls. Miss Unwin's frock of gold satin was worn with a black satin train edged with blue, and Miss Thomson wore a white net frock, the frills of the skirt and the epaulets being edged with cire ribbon, and a black satin train, edged with green. Mrs E. J. Le Cren, who acted as mistress of the robes and coronation, wore a brown lace frock relieved with a shoulder spray of red flowers.