Written promise following discharge in bankruptcy. Payment or written acknowledgment equivalent to new promise. Effect of new promise. Whom new promise by joint contractor binds. Effect of new promise by partner. Time limitation on bringing of actions by common carriers for recovery of charges, § 46-9-5. Time limitation on bringing of action for refund of taxes or fees erroneously or illegally assessed and collected, § 48-235. ARTICLE 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS