It shall be unlawful for any person, firm or corporation engaged in the business of manufacturing illuminating gas to cause or permit any gas, tar, or refuse to be deposited in any public waters or sewer, or public street or place; or to permit any gas, dangerous or prejudicial to health, to escape from any gas works or pipes; or to manufacture illuminating gas of such ingredients or quality that in the process of burning such gas or anything escaping therefrom shall be dangerous or prejudicial to life or health.
Every person, firm or corporation engaged in the manufacture of illuminating gas must use the most approved methods to prevent the escape of odors.