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Evans was also active in the movement to establish a city government in Everett. The city charter was accepted in 1892. On November 21, 1892, the Town Committee acting on the petition of 506, held a general caucus to nominate candidates for the office of mayor. Evans and George E. Smith were chosen to run in the general election to be held on December 13. He defeated Smith 1,241 votes to 1,052 and was inaugurated on January 2, 1893.