It shall be unlawful for any person, firm, or corporation to go from house to house soliciting funds or subscriptions, or to publicly solicit either in person or by agent upon the public streets, sidewalks, or any other public place in the city, subscriptions for charitable or religious or educational or other organizations or purpose, whether present gifts or money or promises are sought, without having first obtained a permit therefor.
(1977 Code, § 4-8-1) Penalty, see § 113.99