Mo. Rev. Stat. § 515.060
515.060 Referees to hear and determine cause without delay.
515.060. Referees to hear and determine cause without delay. — The referee or referees appointed in pursuance of any order of reference shall proceed with diligence to hear and determine the matter in controversy.
(RSMo 1939 § 1144) Prior revisions: 1929 § 978; 1919 § 1428; 1909 § 1998