The city clerk shall fix a time and place for hearing the appeal referred to in this chapter, the same to be heard by the mayor and council in the council room in the city hall at a time not less than five (5) days nor more than thirty (30) days from the date of filing of the appeal with the city clerk. Written notice, as provided herein, shall be personally served upon the appellant informing him thereof by the license officer. The city clerk shall also give such notice to the license officer and such officer shall be entitled to appear and defend such order. (1960 Compilation § 19-123)