Did You Know?!: Notable Deaths in 2017

Sales and Leasing Consultant, Tim Hoyt, has compiled his annual list of notable deaths for the seventh year in a row. The names below represent a few well known people who passed away in 2017.

---

Actor, William Christopher (MASH) - 84

Astronaut, Gene Cernan - 82

Actress, Mary Tyler Moore - 80

Actor, Mike Conners - 91

Actress, Barbara Hale (Perry Mason's Aide) - 94

Actor, John Hurt - 77

Singer, Al Jarreau - 76

Actor, Bill Paxton - 61

TV Judge, Joseph Wapner - 97

Musician, Chuck Berry - 90

Producer, Chuck Barris - 87

Film Historian, Robert Osborne - 84

Comedian, Don Rickles - 90

Actor, Powers Boothe - 68

Baseball Player, Dallas Green - 82

Musician, J. Geils - 71

Actress, Erin Moran (Happy Days) - 56

Wrestler, Ivan Koloff - 74

Film Director, Jonathan Demme - 73

WCIA News Director, Dave Shaul - 75

Actor, Roger Moore - 89

Musician, Greg Allman - 69

Actress, Dina Merrill - 93

Actor, Adam West (Batman) - 88

Baseball Player, Jimmy Piersall - 87

Director, George Romero - 77

Actor, Martin Landau - 89

Actor, Joan Heard - 72

Musician, Glen Campbell - 81

Actor/Director, Sam Shepard - 73

Comedian/Activist, Dick Gregory - 84

Actor/Director, Jerry Lewis - 91

Basketball Coach, Jud Heathcote - 90

College Football Coach, Ara Parseghian - 94

Musician, Mel Tillis - 85

Musician, Don Williams - 78

Boxer, Jake Lamotta - 95

Wrestler/Manager, Bobby Heenan - 73

Game Show Host, Monte Hall - 96

Publisher, Hugh Hefner - 91

Musician, Tom Petty - 66

Musician, Fats Domino - 89

Actor, Robert Guillaume - 89

Actor, John Hillerman (Magnum PI) - 84

Basketball Coach, Rollie Massamino - 82

Musician, David Cassidy - 67

Actor, Jim Nabors - 87

Sports Broadcaster, Dick Enberg - 82

Columnist, Liz Smith - 94

Football Player/Actor, Bernie Casey - 78

Author, Sue Grafton - 77

Actress, Rose Marie (Dick Van Dyke Show) - 94
Criminal/Cult Leader, Charles Manson - 83

Baum Goes to Bat for Maroa Youth League

Baum Chevrolet Buick Goes to Bat for Maroa Youth League

Baum Chevrolet Buick to provide Maroa Youth League with new equipment and monetary contribution

Clinton, April 12, 2017 – Baum Chevrolet Buick is partnering with the Maroa Youth League in Maroa.  Baum Chevrolet Buick has joined forces with the national Chevrolet Youth Baseball program to provide new equipment and an opportunity for community members to earn donations for their league via a Test Drive fundraiser.

“Playing the game of baseball helps kids develop skills like leadership, cooperation and sportsmanship while bringing families and communities together to show their support. Baum Chevrolet Buick and Chevrolet Youth Baseball are proud to participate in a sport that brings so many smiles to kids and families in Clinton,” said Scott Baum, Owner of Baum Chevrolet Buick. “Chevrolet believes that in play, there are possibilities and supports the spirit of teamwork that baseball instills in its players.”

2017 marks Chevrolet’s Youth Baseball program’s 12th year, and since its introduction has helped aid local teams, benefiting more than 6.7 million young people in communities where Chevrolet’s customers live, work and play. In 2016, more than 1,500 Chevrolet dealers participated across the country.

Baum Chevrolet Buick will present an equipment kit includes useful items such as bags, scorebooks, industrial-strength batting tees, ball buckets and Chevrolet Youth Baseball T-shirts.

In addition, Baum Chevrolet Buick will present a check representing a one-time monetary contribution to Maroa Youth League.  Sponsored leagues across the country will have the chance to earn additional funds as community members take test drives at their partnering dealership to help support the league.

In addition to its commitment to youth baseball, Chevrolet also is the Official Vehicle of Major League Baseball™.

“Chevrolet vehicles are designed and built for families, safety and fun, so we encourage young people and their parents to make a Chevrolet the official vehicle of their household,” said Baum Chevrolet Buick.

For more information about Chevrolet Youth Baseball, please visit www.youthsportswired.com.

About Baum Chevrolet Buick

Baum Chevrolet Buick is a family owned automotive dealership located in Clinton, Illinois. Established in 1928, Baum has prevailed through three generations of ownership and evolved into a one-stop automotive sales and service center. By combining traditional values with an emphasis on complete customer service and loyalty, Baum has infiltrated its success throughout central Illinois for over 89 years. In addition to automotive sales, the dealership has a service division composed of a parts and service department, 24 hour wrecker service, collision repair center, detail shop and Quick Lube center. For more information please visit www.baumchevybuick.com.

About Chevrolet

Founded in 1911 in Detroit, Chevrolet is now one of the world's largest car brands, doing business in more than 115 countries and selling more than 4.0 million cars and trucks a year. Chevrolet provides customers with fuel-efficient vehicles that feature engaging performance, design that makes the heart beat, passive and active safety features and easy-to-use technology, all at a value. More information on Chevrolet models can be found at www.chevrolet.com.

Equinox Open House Scheduled For April

OPEN HOUSE SCHEDULED FOR SATURDAY, APRIL 15!

Baum Chevrolet Buick will host an Open House on Saturday, April 15, to introduce the new 2018 Chevrolet Equinox.

2018 Chevrolet Equinox

The Open House, held from 9:00 am until 3:00 pm in the dealership showroom, will include refreshments, giveaways and an Easter egg hunt for the kids. Members of the Baum team will be available to discuss the new features of the 2018 Chevrolet Equinox as well as answer questions about other vehicles in the Chevrolet lineup. It is a free event and is open to the public.

Baum Chevrolet Buick, along with 12 other dealerships in the SuperChevyStores.com dealer group, will be promoting the next-generation Equinox simultaneously through a live internet stream. Throughout the day, guests from all stores will be able to register for a chance to win a two-year lease on a new 2018 Equinox! WAND Agribusiness Reporter and local farmer, David Brown, will be at the Baum dealership to announce the grand prize winner at 3:00 pm. You must be present to win! 

Additional information will be posted on the BaumChevrolet Buick Facebook page leading up to the event. Please contact the dealership at (217) 935-3156 with questions. 

Did You Know?!: Fallen Stars of 2016 Part II

In the January edition of "Did You Know?!" Sales and Leasing Consultant, Tim Hoyt, takes a look at some of the celebrities that passed away in the second half of 2016 (July through December) .

---

Mash Actor, Wayne Rogers (82)
Singer, Natalie Cole (65)
Singer, David Bowie (69)
Singer, Maurice White (74)
Bloomington, Illinois Singer, Joe Dowell (76)
Author, Harper Lee (89)
Police Academy Actor, George Gaynes (98) 
Singer, Sonny James (87)
Actor, George Kennedy (91)
Former First Lady, Nancy Reagan (94)
Actor, Joe Santos (84)
Singer, Frank Sinatra Jr. (72)
Actor, Ken Howard (71)
Former Baseball Player, Joe Garagiola (90)
Actress, Patty Duke (69)
Comedian, Gary Shandling (66)
Singer, Prince (57)
Singer, Merle Haggard (79)
Singer, Billy Paul (80)
CBS Reporter, Morley Safer (84)
Actress, Doris Roberts (90)
Artist, Terry Redlin (78)
Boxer, Muhammad Ali (74)
Former Hockey Player, Gordie Howe (88)
Director, Guy Hamilton (93)
Actor known as "Mr. Ed", Alan Young (96)
Actor, Gene Wilder (74)
Coach, Buddy Ryan (85)
Coach, Pat Summitt (64)
Golf Great, Arnold Palmer (87)
Singer, Holly Dunn (59)
Director, Gary Marshall (81)
R2D2, Kenny Baker (81)
Coach, Dennis Green (67)
Actor, Hugh O'Brien (91)
Musician, Pete Fountain (86)
Actress, Florence Henderson (82)
Actress, Zsa Zsa Gabor (99) 
Singer, Bobby Vee (73)
Actor/Host, Alan Thicke (69)
Astronaut, John Glenn (95)
Actor, Robert Vaughn (83)
Singer, George Michael (53)
Sportscaster, John Saunders (61)
Sportscaster, Craig Saber (65)
Actress, Debbie Reynolds (84)
Actress, Carrie Fisher (60)
USAC Racer, Bryan Clausen (27)
Director, Michael Cimino (77)
TV's Green Hornet Actor, Van Williams (82)

Did you know...Actress Debbie Reynolds was the mother of Actress Carrie Fisher?!

Stay tuned for next month's edition...

Did You Know?!: The 12 Days of Christmas Comes with a Price

Sales and Leasing Consultant, Tim Hoyt, presents the December edition of "Did You Know?!"

---

This is the sixth annual Christmas column for "Did You Know?!" 

Below is an article I found in the Daily Herald and Review that lists the total cost of the "12 Days of Christmas" for 2016. 

Did You Know...Christmas has been a Federal holiday since 1870?!

HOLIDAY HOURS

Baum Chevrolet Buick will have the following Holiday hours so our employees can spend time with their families:

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 24 (Christmas Eve): CLOSED

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 25 (Christmas Day): CLOSED

MONDAY, DECEMBER 26: CLOSED

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31 (New Year’s Eve): 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (Sales) // 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM (Service)

BAUM MOTOR COMPANY IN FARMER CITY: 8:30 AM – NOON

SUNDAY, JANUARY 1 (New Year’s Day): CLOSED

MONDAY, JANUARY 2: CLOSED

These hours include all departments and locations unless otherwise noted. Towing services will still be available during the holidays.

Happy Holidays from Baum Chevrolet Buick!

The Baum Chevrolet Buick team would like to wish everyone a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! We look forward to meeting your automotive sales and service needs in 2017. 

Did You Know?!: Automotive History

Sales and Leasing Consultant, Tim Hoyt, takes a look at some of the milestones in automotive history in this month's edition of "Did You Know?!" 

---

Automotive milestones from a Chevrolet "Friends" Magazine...

The long and illustrious history of the automobile has resulted in a great many "firsts" - some have been dutifully recorded and passed down by generations while others have failed the test of time, being forgotten by most soon after they happened, sometimes as quickly as the following day. 

Rather than rehash the truly monumental moments, FRIENDS, using information provided by the Automotive Information Council, presents some of the car's not-so-greatest hits. They include:

1. The first woman at the wheel - at least legally - was a Chicago resident. She was the recipient of the first driver's license ever issued to a female, striking an early blow for the women's movement.

2. Detroit has been the focal point of many automotive firsts. One of the least known - the Motor City in 1911 was first to paint center lines on some of its highways.

3. St. Louis has the dubious honor of being the  city where the first car was reported stolen in 1905.

4. The first seat belts were offered on Nash cars in 1950.

5. Running out of gas became less of a problem in 1913 when the first drive-in gas and service station opened in Pittsburgh and sold 30 gallons the first day. But it would still be another nine years before drivers would know if they were running precariously close to empty- the gas gauge didn't start appearing on cars until 1922.

6. The big news out of Chicago in 1895 after a big motor race wasn't the winning entry's speed - a blistering seven and a quarter miles per hour - but the fact that he had actually finished the entire 55-mile course. In the same spirit, seven years later, an overzealous Minneapolis driver tried to set a personal land speed record and was fined $10 for going over 10 miles per hour.

7. The Gulf Oil Company gave away the first road maps in 1913.

8. The first National Automobile Show was held in 1900 in New York's Madison Square Garden. The Big Apple was also the site of the first used-car dealership in 1902.

9. Didja know department - some 290 different makes of automobiles had been produced in 145 cities by the end of 1919...the 100-millionth passenger car built in the U.S. came off the line in December of 1951...almost 90 percent of all American cars sold in 1929 were closed models, whereas 10 years earlier, 90 percent had been open models.

  

Did you know that the Baum dealership was originally opened in Carlock, Illinois in 1928?