No proceedings for compensation for an injury under chapters 29 — 38 of this title shall be maintained unless a notice of the injury has been given to the employer within thirty (30) days after the happening or manifestation of the injury.

History of Section.
P.L. 1912, ch. 831, art. 2, § 17; G.L. 1923, ch. 92, art. 2, § 17; G.L. 1938, ch. 300, art. 2, § 17; P.L. 1941, ch. 1061, § 1; P.L. 1954, ch. 3297, § 1; G.L. 1956, § 28-33-30.