Last-minute shoppers jam C. Java streets

Last-minute shoppers jam C. Java streets

SEMARANG: The local governor said on Friday that thousands of
people had flocked to 112 markets along the main thoroughfares in
Central Java, causing a severe traffic congestion.

Central Java Governor Mardiyanto expressed concern that the
traders and buyers were encroaching onto the streets and were
thus impeding the passage of cars, motorcycles and other
vehicles.

He followed the statement with praise for several motorcycle
lover clubs, whose members helped the police direct traffic. -- JP