The Dragon 37

The Dragon issue 37 was released in May of 1980. It contained the following articles related to the Forgotten Realms:

From the City of Brass to Dead Orc Pass In one small step

 * By Ed Greenwood. p. 4-5, 36

The theory and use of gates.

That's not in the Monster Manual!

 * By Arthur W. Collins, illustrated by Melody Pena. p. 6–7, 35–36

Neutral Dragons: Six new challenges for powerful players in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons.

Creatures
Crystal dragon • Topaz dragon • Emerald dragon • Sapphire dragon • Amethyst dragon

Personality
Sardior

Spell Research, the Hard Way

 * By T. I. Jones. p. 22-23

Making new magic takes lots of time, lots of gold, and a little luck in Advanced Dungeons & Dragons.