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Note 17 - Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss - Summary of Accumulated Other Comprehensive Loss (Details) (Parentheticals) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2017 | Dec. 31, 2016
Pension liability adjustment, tax effect | $ 886 | $ 866
Unrealized gain (loss) on cash flow hedges, tax effect | $ (1) | $ 6

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- Definition Tax expense (benefit) included in accumulated other comprehensive income for defined benefit pension and other postretirement plans. + References No definition available. + Details
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