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DIVIDENDS: (Details) (USD $)
In Millions, unless otherwise specified |
3 Months Ended | 9 Months Ended | ||
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Jun. 30, 2012
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Jun. 30, 2011
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Jun. 30, 2012
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Jun. 30, 2011
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| Cash dividends paid on common stock and convertible preferred stock issuances | $ 0.2 | $ 0.2 | $ 0.6 | $ 0.5 |