So much of the statutes contained in this revision of 1956 as remain in substance the same as before the revision shall be deemed and taken to have continued in force from the time of their first enactment and as if this revision had not been made.

History of Section.
G.L. 1896, ch. 297, § 2; G.L. 1909, ch. 366, § 2; G.L. 1923, ch. 419, § 2; G.L. 1938, ch. 657, § 2; G.L. 1956, § 43-4-2.