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Note 14 - Guarantor Subsidiaries (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | Apr. 12, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2013 Senior Notes Due May 1, 2021 [Member]
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Note 14 - Guarantor Subsidiaries (Details) [Line Items] |  |
Debt Instrument, Face Amount | $ 500 | $ 500

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