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Notes Payable (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Apr. 30, 2015
Jan. 31, 2015
Debt Instrument    
Notes Payable $ 235,604us-gaap_NotesPayable $ 230,400us-gaap_NotesPayable
4.00% Debentures due 2031    
Debt Instrument    
Notes Payable 232,004us-gaap_NotesPayable
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230,400us-gaap_NotesPayable
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Notes Payable, Other Payables    
Debt Instrument    
Notes Payable $ 3,600us-gaap_NotesPayable
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$ 0us-gaap_NotesPayable
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