Tragic kidnapping case ends with suspect held on murder charge
Lary Lane Morgan, 33, friend of the family, is charged with first degree kidnapping and holding an underage girl against her will in the disappearance of 9 year old Anna Marie Emry. Authorities say Morgan confessed to abducting and fatally stabbing Anna Marie near Houghton after taking her from her uncle’s Brighton residence. The body was found in a cornfield near Houghton at 12 16 a.m. Thursday. Investigators say Morgan led them to the body after his arrest at the Washington County Jail where he remains on $1 million bond.
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Confessed killer returns to family life after abduction
Jazette staff writer ary Lane Morgan faced first degree murder and kidnapping charges in the disappearance and death of Anna Marie Emry from Brighton. Court records indicate Morgan and his son left Bob Emry's house at 12 15 a m as Anna Marie went to bed at 1 a m and was later missing. Morgan later moved belongings with his wife Iva Sue Morgan in Warsaw Illinois before authorities questioned him.
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Lyin' About the Sea Lion Sparks Scientist Critique
Marine scientists voice frustration over a film named after a sea lion. The production portrays the animal in ways experts say misrepresent its behavior and ecology. Details continue on page 3A.
Cedar Rapids Musicians Boost Jefferson High School
The C R family supports four young musicians at Jefferson High School and helps the city band program through Cedar Rapids Municipal Band involvement. Details appear on page 1B.
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U S to Detain Cuban Boat People Announced
Attorney General Janet Reno announced that Cubans arriving by boat will be detained effective immediately rather than released to relatives. Guantanamo Bay will house those rescued at sea, with possible relocation to third countries if needed, as Florida authorities mobilize the National Guard amid a migrant crisis. Castro is criticized by Gov. Lawton Chiles, who cites health screenings and border control.
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Police hunt linked string of Cedar Rapids robberies
Four early morning holdups in Cedar Rapids are believed related as police seek a black male suspect about 5 feet 10 inches tall, 140 pounds, seen at Kwik Shop Hy-Vee and Vickers stores. A separate Flowerama robbery later involved two suspects, a black man and white woman, with the man claiming a gun. No injuries reported.
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