Until several years ago, my A. C. hosts would often meet me at events
and greet me upon arrival, and even check up on me at the tables.
Some hosts woulds get me gourmet meals and invite themselves along.
Some years ago, [when I was a heavy bettor], A.C. casinos comped me lavishly;
and the hosts were always calling me up in order to offer (impressive) comps.
They would send me Xmas and Birthday presents, etc. etc. There were yearly
events at Race Tracks where a group of 20 or so players were taken out to the
Race track, (via Limo') and then given Box Seats in the Clubhouse, Programs,
Racing Forms, and then, after the last race, taken to the absolutely finest
restaurant (and tavern) in the area.