Mr. Itaru Tatibana, a reserve officer. in the Japanese Navy who has been charged with espionage, will be de-verted to Japan today instead of being brought to trial. it was learned last night.
Federal agents did not comment on the deportation. but the United States District Attorney said that the State and Justice Departments, the Bureau of Immigration and the Japanese Embassy had decided after consultation that Mr. Tatibana be deported.
It was not disclosed whether Mr. T. Kono, former chauffeur of Mr. Charles Chaplin. Hollywood movie star, would also be deported.
The two men were arrested on charges of espionage against the US. Navy. involving results of a secret target practice held by the USS. Phoenix—United Press.
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