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Commitments and Contingencies Litigation Narrative (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | 3 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2014 | Sep. 30, 2013 | Sep. 30, 2014 | Sep. 30, 2013 | Jun. 30, 2014 Endeavour Settlement [Member]
Litigation Estimate [Line Items] |  |  |  |  |
Other operating revenues | $ 1,579 | $ 11,320 | $ 31,509 | $ 50,765 | $ 10,700

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