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CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS NON-CASH SUPPLEMENTAL DATA (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 9 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2012 | Sep. 30, 2011
CONDENSED CONSOLIDATED STATEMENTS OF CASH FLOWS NON-CASH SUPPLEMENTAL DATA |  |
Capital leases for the acquisition of promotional vehicles | $ 1.4 | $ 2.1
Accounts payable for treasury stock purchases | $ 10.7 |

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