Construction on the Saint Joseph Catholic Church structure was completed on February 23rd, with a cost of $8,87.50). The B.N. Peck House was built, 229 St. Andrew Street. The J.H. Remschel House was built, 811 St. Lawrence Street. The E.S. Atkinson House was built, 206 St. James Street (Block 16). The Catholic Church was completed (under the name of St. Joseph), corner of St. Lawrence and College Streets (Block 46). The Reese and Brother Building (Fred & Henry) completed (west side Block 33) at 514 and 516 St. Paul Street. An unidentified black man was hanged by mob. T.S. Walker built the first water works system, pumping water from river by steam. A fire company formed. Kleine Opera House had its grand opening.
By December, Judge Lewis declared that whittling would no longer be tolerated in the courtroom. On December 22nd, Judge Lewis declared that all entering the courtroom would be searched and all weapons confiscated. Three pistols were taken.
