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ALLOWANCE FOR DOUBTFUL ACCOUNTS AND NOTES RECEIVABLE (Details) (Allowance for doubtful accounts and notes receivable., USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
12 Months Ended
Jul. 28, 2012
Jul. 30, 2011
Jul. 31, 2010
Allowance for doubtful accounts and notes receivable.
     
Allowance for doubtful accounts and notes receivable activity      
Balance at beginning of year $ 5,854 $ 7,692 $ 8,876
Additions charged to costs and expenses 3,532 635 1,149
Deductions (2,430) (2,473) (3,399)
Charged to Other Accounts 0 0 1,066
Balance at end of year $ 6,956 $ 5,854 $ 7,692