Bayley received a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Manitoba, and was a medallist in philosophy and political economy.
He served as principal of King George Public School in Norwood, and in 1918 lectured on prohibition for the "dry" side in New Zealand.
Bayley ran for the legislature again in the 1920 provincial election as a candidate of the Dominion Labour Party, and defeated Wilton[1] by 103 votes.
He was appointed head of temperance education after retiring from the legislature, and opposed efforts to liberalize Manitoba's liquor laws.
Bayley attempted a political comeback in 1953, largely in response to Stephen Juba's increased popularity in the city.
After no other volunteers came forward, Bayley agreed to campaign for the party in Winnipeg South on condition that 100 supporters provide financial backing.