Dumbarton were unable to maintain a bright start to their sixth successive Second Division campaign but finished 3rd with 27 points, 8 behind champions Ayr United.
Qualification for the Scottish Cup was successful, however Dumbarton lost out in the first round to East Stirling.
Dumbarton reached the final of the Scottish Qualifying Cup before losing to Dunfermline Athletic.
During the season 8 'friendly' matches were played, including a 'benefit' game for Herbert MacPherson whose bright career was ended by a leg break in the New Year game against Dundee Hibs.
Source:[72] In addition David Cochrane, David Hamill, Alex Menzies, William Muir and William Wilson all played their final 'first XI' games in Dumbarton colours.