000210 - Consolidated Statements of Income (Parentheticals) (USD $) In Thousands	3 Months Ended	6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2010	Jun. 30, 2011	Jun. 30, 2010
Consolidated Statements of Income Parentheticals
Fees to Vornado	$ 1,217	$ 1,266	$ 2,553	$ 2,508
Management fees to Vornado	$ 540	$ 540	$ 1,080	$ 1,080

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