This chapter is adopted to regulate the distribution of certain materials and peddling, soliciting and related activities within the Borough of Milford. The licensing of persons engaged in the above-mentioned activities is required so that the identity of persons going door to door or otherwise distributing materials or food and beverages within the Borough may be established, so that general regulations may be more effectively enforced for the protection and maintenance of the health, safety and welfare of the inhabitants of the Borough and to prevent dishonest business practices and dishonest solicitation of funds in the Borough of Milford.