Cathay Bank

About this location

A few stories people tell about this place

1. At dusk, when Cathay Bank's neon sign glowed brightly on Main Street, a delivery driver noticed something peculiar. Every night, an old gentleman emerged from the shadows and approached the bank's front door. He would press his ear against the glass for several minutes before disappearing into thin air. The delivery driver mentioned it to a neighbor over coffee one morning. Soon, everyone in town was watching the bank’s windows at dusk. One evening, after waiting patiently, they saw not just one but two gentlemen whispering together before vanishing like ghosts. From then on, Cathay Bank became known as ‘the place where conversations disappear.’

2. Late one night, as Cathay Bank closed its doors, a small dog wandered into the lobby. Startled tellers watched in amusement as he sniffed around the empty counters and finally sat down, staring up expectantly. Finally, an elderly gentleman approached the counter and asked if anyone had seen his little friend. The teller smiled and pointed towards the dog, who wagged his tail happily. ‘He’s been waiting here for you,’ she said with a laugh. The old man chuckled and walked out, followed closely by his furry companion.

3. One morning, while Cathay Bank’s tellers were counting cash, an elderly gentleman approached the counter with a mysterious smile. ‘I’ve been coming here every day for twenty years,’ he said, ‘but today I finally found what I’m looking for.’ ‘Today,’ he whispered, reaching into his pocket and pulling out a single penny, ‘is the day Cathay Bank finally accepts pennies!’ The teller laughed, shaking her head, but took the coin anyway. The old man beamed, tipping his hat and saying goodbye—only to turn around moments later, asking if they had any nickels.

4. One day, while Cathay Bank’s customers were leaving after closing hours, someone noticed something unusual in the parking lot—a mysterious envelope left near the entrance. Curious, a regular customer picked it up and opened it curiously. Inside was a note scribbled in pencil: 'Forgot my lucky rabbit's foot today.' Everyone had a good laugh, and from then on, everyone started calling Cathay Bank the ‘Bank of Lucky Rabbit’s Feet.’