You’ll see this logo throughout the summer as Everett marks 125 years.
Everett was officially incorporated on this day in 1893. From the folks at HistoryLink.org.
By 1893 Everett had an estimated population of about 5,000 people, 972 of them registered voters. A committee was formed to draw a ballot that included Republican, Democrat, and Populist candidates. An agreement was reached whereby the Democrats nominated the mayoral candidate, the Republicans picked a representative for city treasurer and three members of the council and the Populists chose a candidate for city clerk and one council member. The seventh council member and the city attorney were chosen in an open race.
The election took place on April 27, 1893. Incorporation passed 670 to 99 and the fusion ticket was overwhelmingly accepted. Administration for the first Everett city government included:
Mayor — Thomas Dwyer
Treasurer — James Hambly
City Attorney — H. D.Cooley
Marshal — Dennis Crowe
Health Officer — Dr. O. V. Harris
Assessor — Charles Reed
Councilmembers:
W.G. Swalwell
J. J. Maney
Sam Nichols
O. N. Murdock
W. J. Gillespie
S. E.Thayer
C. A. Swineford.
You can read the entire HistoryLink.org piece here.
While today marks the official 125th anniversary the City of Everett is planning a series of events this summer to mark the Quasquicentennial. The first event happens Saturday June 2nd.
Join us for the 125th Anniversary Celebration
When: Saturday, June 2, 2018, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Where: Everett Station, 3201 Smith Ave, Everett WA 98201*
*Most of the event will take place outdoors so please dress accordingly.
Come celebrate and learn about the many departments that make your city work! We’ll have:
Family friendly activities
Photo booths
Face painting
Historical tours
Touch-a-truck area with exciting City vehicles!
Adoptable animals (including kittens!)
Crafts
Food trucks
Music
And much more!
Other events are planned throughout the summer with updates provided on the City of Everett website.
May 4, 2018
Everett, Everett Government