07/19/2026
142 Years Strong: Golden Rule Lodge No. 78 Celebrated a Milestone
America recently marked its historic 250th anniversary, and right on the heels of that national milestone, Golden Rule Lodge No. 78 gathered to celebrate a massive legacy of its own: 142 years of continuous service.
When the lodge first planted its flag in 1884, regional boundaries were shifting, and Golden Rule No. 78 became the bedrock for the newly formed Josephine County. While neighboring Jackson County saw the rise of strong lodges in Jacksonville, Ashland, and Medford, Golden Rule stood tall as the dedicated, independent force for its own community. Nearly a century and a half later, many of those historic neighboring chapters faded, but Golden Rule No. 78 remained firmly rooted—the absolute "OG" of Josephine County.
To honor nearly a century and a half of fraternal history, members and guests came together for a fantastic birthday celebration filled with great festivities, camaraderie, and plenty of hamburgers. It was a wonderful opportunity to look back on a proud legacy while strengthening the bonds that keep the lodge moving forward.
From 1884 to the present day, Golden Rule No. 78 kept its boots on the ground, serving the community with dedication. We were loud, we were proud, and we remain honored to carry this historic torch into the future.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate 142 years of brotherhood and service. Here is to the next chapter!
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America celebrated 250, and right here at home, Golden Rule No. 78 just marked 142 years of continuous service! 🏛️🇺🇸
Back in 1884, when Josephine County was just forming, we planted our flag and put our boots on the ground. Generations later, we are still here, still proud, and still the county's true anchor.
We had a fantastic time celebrating our 142nd birthday with great festivities, hamburgers, and incredible company. Thank you to everyone who came out to honor our history and brotherhood. We were loud, we were proud, and we are just getting started! 🍔🔥
(Look for our full write-up in the Pacific Oddfellow!)