Prices rise as voters flock polls

BOGOR, West Java: The price of vegetables here were among items affected by the poll as traders gathered at polling stations with other residents. A vendor at the Anyar market who said she usually bought vegetables to sell to neighbors said chili went up from Rp 12,000 per kilogram to 18,000 per kilogram.

Sumarni, a housewife, said it was difficult to find fresh vegetables at the stall near home.

Polling was orderly for the most part while many who opted not to vote did so for various reasons. Some said they had no proof of identity, some were confused over the many parties and others said they could not stand the long queues. (24)