Annual report pursuant to Section 13 and 15(d)

Fair Value Measures (Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis) (Details)

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Fair Value Measures (Assets and Liabilities Measured at Fair Value on a Recurring Basis) (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Dec. 31, 2014
Dec. 31, 2013
Fair Value, Assets and Liabilities Measured on Recurring and Nonrecurring Basis [Line Items]    
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