Given a text, write a compressed version of it in a single sentence.

[Q]: Thou preparest a table before me in the presence of mine enemies: Thou anointest my head with oil; my cup runneth over.
[A]: a table before me in front of my enemies:anoint my head with oil; my cup runneth over

[Q]: You, our alumni and friends, have helped put this School at the forefront of journalism education in this country. As we become independent, please help us strengthen the distinction of your degree.
[A]: You, our alumni and friends, have helped put this School at the forefront of journalism education in this country.

[Q]: In the first nine months, net was $306 million, compared with a loss of $195 million in the 1988 period.
[A]:
In 1st 9mo, net was $306mil, compared with a loss of $195 mil in the 88 period