May 25 – The Roman Curia's Sacred Congregation of Rites issues the instruction Eucharisticum Mysterium which permits celebration of Mass facing the congregation in Catholic churches, with implication for their internal layout.
September – Demolition of Singer Building in New York City begins.
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