It shall not be lawful for any person:to throw any bale or bulky article from the 2^nd or higher story door or window into the street; or to use, or cause to be used, in or upon any street, lane, or alley, wharf, or place of public resort, any sliding board, skid, or other device or contrivance for the purpose of receiving or delivering merchandise, without having the same well secured, so as to prevent the same from slipping. Provided, that this section shall not be construed to extend to the removing of any merchandise or other article in case of danger by fire or other casualty. And every person who shall offend in manner aforesaid shall pay for every such offense the sum of $20. City Code, 1879, art. 47, §128 1893, art. 48, §150 1927, art. 32, §68 1950, art. 24, §99 1966, art. 19, §138 1976/83, art. 19, §163 Ord. 1871-022