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Acquisitions (Narrative) (Details) | 12 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2013 Y store
Acquisitions [Abstract] |
Number of stores acquired | 34
Number of stores opened | 26
Number of stores closed | 6
Number of stores expected to open in next fiscal year | 2
Goodwill deductible for income tax purposes, period (years) | 15

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