In the League Cup, a similar story with defeat to East Stirling, on penalties, after extra time.
Finally, on the centenary year of the Scottish League, a new competition was introduced for non-Premier Division clubs.
The Centenary Cup saw Dumbarton drawn against First Division Clyde in the first round, but it was to be defeat by the odd goal in seven.
Locally, there was some cheer as Dumbarton retained the Stirlingshire Cup with a final win over East Stirling.
Dumbarton competed in the Scottish Reserve League (West), and with 6 wins and 4 draws from 30 games, finished 15th of 16.