Supplemental Disclosure to Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows - Acquisition of Business (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	9 Months Ended
	Jul. 31, 2014	Jul. 31, 2013	Jul. 31, 2014 Shapell [Member]	Feb. 04, 2014 Shapell [Member]
Business Combination, recognized identifiable assets acquired and liabilities assumed, assets excluding cash				$ 1,524,964
Business Combination, Recognized Identifiable Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed, Liabilities				35,848
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired	$ 1,489,116		$ 1,489,116