I am trying to locate a village ca. 1912 in Grodno area of Russia named something like Suschewo or Grushewo?

Question

My grandparents came from this village. I can't seem to find it on maps. I think it was near the Polish border in the district of Grodno

Answer 1

If you want to check the answer given above, try the Royal Geographical Society.  I found them very helpful in finding a small village in Russia in connection with my family history

Answer 2

Suchowoła is probably what you're looking for. The letter " ł " looks like an "L" but is pronounced like a "W". Here's a map to help you: http://travel.yahoo.com/p-map-4864217-ma...