What happened during my recent border run to Satun for visa stamps?

I don't think such a request would work just anywhere. The main reason I tried it was because of my previous positive interactions with the Border I/Os. I have chatted with them before about my long ago experience working with the Thai Army pushing back Communist Insurgents in Sakon Nakhon Province. And I muster up my best rehearsed Thai language to tell this story. Plus I am cordial, respectful and polite every time I pass through. Also about 90% of the people who pass through are Malaysian or Thai. Farangs - while not rare are at least not too common - thus we are a break in their routine.