Pension Benefits (Net Periodic Pension Cost) (Details) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
Jul. 31, 2013	Jul. 31, 2012
Pension Benefits [Abstract]
Interest cost	$ 1,551	$ 1,565
Expected return on plan assets	(1,778)	(1,641)
Recognized net actuarial loss	282	231
Net periodic pension cost	$ 55	$ 155

An amount calculated as a basis for determining the extent of delayed recognition of the effects of changes in the fair value of assets. The expected return on plan assets is determined based on the expected long-term rate of return on plan assets and the market-related value of plan assets.

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The increase in a defined benefit pension plan's projected benefit obligation or a defined benefit postretirement plan's accumulated postretirement benefit obligation due to the passage of time.

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