Mo. Rev. Stat. § 510.230
In every issue for the recovery of money only, or specific real or personal property, the jury shall render a general verdict.
(RSMo 1939 § 1120, A.L. 1943 p. 353 § 107)
Prior revisions: 1929 § 969; 1919 § 1419; 1909 § 1989