Notice of demand

under the last preceding section does not, within fifteen days from the presentation thereof, either -- (a) Pay the sum claimed as due in the bill, or (b) Show cause to the satisfaction of the Chief Officer why he is not liable to pay the same, or (c) Prefer an appeal in accordance with the provisions of section 164 against the claim, the Chief Officer may cause to be served upon the person liable for the payment of the said sum a notice of demand in the form of Schedule IV or to the like effect.