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Contingent Liabilities And Commitments (Principal Commercial Commitments Under Repurchase Agreements And Guarantees) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands | Jul. 31, 2011 | Jul. 31, 2010
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Guarantee On Dealer Financing [Member] |  |
Total Amount Committed | $ 1,684 | $ 1,524
Term of Commitments | Various |
Standby Repurchase Obligation On Dealer Financing [Member] |  |
Total Amount Committed | $ 791,933 | $ 563,636
Term of Commitments | Up to eighteen months |

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