In 1857 Wightman was chairman of the special committee on the Free City Hospital.

During his term, on September 9, 1861, ground was broken for the construction of the City Hospital.
In 1857 Wightman was chairman of the special committee on the Free City Hospital.
During his term, on September 9, 1861, ground was broken for the construction of the City Hospital.
Joseph Wightman