| My 4' 9'' powerhouse of a grandmother, Iris, always in an apron, with sturdy lace-up half-boots, is long gone, and with it her recipe. |
| The two out-door boys went upon the staircase to put on their half-boots and pull the in-door boy's hair, as I judged from the nature of his objections. |
| The clothing was as plain as it could possibly be, almost severe, and he had forgone the customary heeled shoes in favor of military half-boots. |
| During the years 1813-1815, the hems are a bit shorter, allowing a view of half-boots or sandals laced up the ankle. |
| On this April day, he was wearing black half-boots and a gray hacking jacket. |
| Boots and half-boots often had fur adornments and were extremely colourful, but comfort was equally as important. |
