For the purpose of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply unless the context clearly indicates or requires a different meaning.
MERCHANT. Any person, firm or corporation or other business entity who shall engage in, do, or transact any business in the city for the sale or purchase of jewels, gems and precious metals, and who for the purpose of carrying on such business shall hire, lease, use or occupy any building, structure, tent or room, including rooms in hotels or lodging houses, any motor vehicle, car or boat, or who shall use or occupy any street, alley or other public place.
PRECIOUS METALS, JEWELS AND GEMS. Any items such as silver flatware, cups, pitchers or other items such as jewelry, coins or wares, containing gold, silver or other precious metal.
(Ord. 3-84, passed 2-20-1984)