I want to try this sort of talk where I can properly judge of its effect.

I want to see how the foreigner feels when he is talked to in this way." It struck me as a sporting idea.

In my enthusiasm I offered to accompany him, and wait outside the shop.

I said I thought that Harris would like to be in it, too--or rather outside.
George said that was not quite his scheme.

His proposal was that Harris and I should accompany him into the shop.