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In 1928, Hoagland Gates formalized his cattle breeding and sales activities in the form of a company named Broadlands Jerseys, Incorporated. This was one year before he actually purchased the first parcel of the land that would become Broadlands Farm. By means of this stock certificate, he transferred one share of the enterprise to his daughter, Anne.

Hoagland Gates belonged to a number of state and local organizations dedicated to the advancement of cattle breeding and husbandry. This is his certificate of membership in the American Jersey Cattle Club. Gates served as one of the directors of the organization.