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Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (Parentheticals) (USD $) In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2012 | Dec. 31, 2010
Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows |  |
Special long-term capital gain dividend | $ 623,178 |
Special long-term capital gain dividend per share | $ 122 |
Cash paid for interest, capitalized in 2010 |  | $ 1,269

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