Fix #69, simplify table defs

[jphickey]

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Describe the contribution Remove use of compiler extension flag, simplify definition

Fixes #69

Testing performed Build and run all tests

Expected behavior changes No impact

System(s) tested on Debian

Contributor Info - All information REQUIRED for consideration of pull request Joseph Hickey, Vantage Systems, Inc.