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Note 2 - Stock Compensation (Details) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 3 Months Ended | 6 Months Ended
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Apr. 30, 2014 | Apr. 30, 2013 | Apr. 30, 2014 | Apr. 30, 2013
Note 2 - Stock Compensation (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense | $ 1.5 | $ 1.3 | $ 5.0 | $ 2.5
Employee Stock Option [Member] |  |  |  |
Note 2 - Stock Compensation (Details) [Line Items] |  |  |  |
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense | $ 1.0 | $ 0.7 | $ 2.0 | $ 1.5

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