535.150. If, upon the trial of such action, it is proved,or, upon judgment by default, it appear to the court, byaffidavit, that the plaintiff had a right to commence such actionaccording to the provisions of this chapter, he shall havejudgment to recover the possession of the demised premises andcosts.
(RSMo 1939 § 2982)Prior revisions: 1929 § 2595; 1919 § 6889; 1909 § 7892