736 Japanese Arrested in U.S. and Hawaii

WASHINGTON, Monday, Dec. 8.--(AP)--Federal agents arrested 736 Japanese aliens during the night in the United States and Hawaii, Attorney-General Biddle announced today.

The Japanese are being placed in custody of immigration officials after arrest by special agents of the Federal Bureau of Investigation.

The attorney-general said that hearing boards would be set up to pass on evidence gathered by the F.B.I. and determine the "future status" of the aliens.

Others May Be Jailed

"While it is contemplated that some additional Japanese will be taken into custody, Biddle said, "the arrests made up to the present time cover the majority anticipated. The F.B.I. has for some time conducted a careful and detailed investigation into the activities of Japanese in the United States, and the detention of the persons now in custody represents the results of these investigations."

Many Remain Loyal to U.S.

The attorney-general said:

"There are in the United States many persons of Japanese extraction whose loyalty to this country, even in the present emergency is unquestioned. It would therefore be a serious mistake to take any action against these people.

"State and local authorities are urged to take no direct action against Japanese in their communities but should consult with representatives of the Department of Justice."