It takes the fancy, it is a pleasing conceit for the mind, and the mere thought that you are entering Longevity Hall gives you fresh courage! You will find here in Chinatown men of all callings, the labourer who is ready to bear any burden you lay on him, the artisan who is skilled in his work, the grocer, the clothes' dealer, the merchant, the apothecary, the doctor, the tinsmith, the furniture-maker, the engraver, the goldsmith, the maker of paper-shrines for idols, the barber, the clairvoyant, the fortune-teller, and all others of every calling which is useful and brings profit to him who pursues it.

But we are deeply interested in the men whom we meet.

At first view they all seem to look alike, you can hardly distinguish one from another.
They are a study.

Look on their solemn faces, sphinx-like in their repose and imperturbability.

They are a riddle to you.