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Savings And Deferred Compensation Plans (Deferred Compensation Plans) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2011 | Oct. 01, 2010 | Oct. 02, 2009
Savings And Deferred Compensation Plans |  |  |
Deferred compensation plans expense | $ 3,075 | $ 3,631 | $ 8,327

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