Career
He represented Rosthern in the Legislative Assembly of Saskatchewan from 1914 to 1921 as a Liberal. He was born in London, the son of Reverend Bob Bashford and Ellen Mary Brown. After completing his schooling, Bashford worked as a clerk in a wholesale house.
He next came to Canada, working with merchants in Morden, Manitoba.
In 1898, Bashford moved to Rosthern, Saskatchewan, where he established a store. In 1922, Bashford established the Rosthern Creamery and Produce Company.
He also farmed and raised sheep and cattle. Bashford served on the Rosthern town council and school board.