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Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information (Unaudited) (Details) (Property and Equipment, at Cost and Other Accrued Liabilities [Member], USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified | 0 Months Ended
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Sep. 30, 2013
Property and Equipment, at Cost and Other Accrued Liabilities [Member] |
Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information (Unaudited) (Details) [Line Items] |
Capital Expenditures Incurred but Not yet Paid | $ 3.0

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