Avalon Development Co. v. American Italian Construction & Development Co.

This case was recently reassigned. The action involved, for the restitution of certain leased premises, originated in the Magistrate Court of St. Louis County where the property was situated. On defendant’s change of venue the matter was sent to the City of St. Louis, and after a trial the Magistrate Court there entered a judgment in favor of plaintiff for restitution and costs. No judgment for money was sought or granted. Defendant filed a notice of appeal to the Circuit Court of the City of St. Louis, but filed no bond either at that time or thereafter. Plaintiff filed in the Circuit Court…