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LONG-LIVED ASSET IMPAIRMENT AND FACILITY CLOSURE COSTS Long-lived Asset Impairment and Facility Closure Costs (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Aug. 31, 2015 | Aug. 31, 2014 | Aug. 31, 2013
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |  |  |
Asset impairment charges from continuing operations | $ 14,610 | $ 3,498 | $ 17,270
Other operating units |  |  |
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items] |  |  |
Asset impairment charges from continuing operations |  |  | $ 4,600

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