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Note 2 - Cash and Cash Equivalents (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Dec. 31, 2012
Cash and Cash Equivalents [Abstract] |  |
Average Reserve Balances Required To Be Maintained With Federal Bank | $ 6.5 | $ 12.9

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