The older man who had "wedged" Eva/Daisy into a corner at the Palace bar is referred to as Mr. G in some interpretations of the narrative. However, in the context of the play "An Inspector Calls" by J.B. Priestley, the most prominent older male figure connected to Eva Smith (also known as Daisy Renton) is Gerald Croft, a well-bred man-about-town who had an affair with Eva/Daisy. Gerald met her at the Palace Variety Show, tricked the man she was with to leave, and took her as his mistress for a time before ending the relationship. Gerald's role is significant in the story's exploration of power dynamics and social responsibility. Therefore, the "older man" in question could be interpreted as Gerald Croft, given his role and influence in the narrative surrounding Eva/Daisy's life.

In summary, the older man who "wedged" Eva/Daisy into a corner at the Palace bar is identified as Mr. G in one source, but more commonly as Gerald Croft, a key character in "An Inspector Calls" who had a complex relationship with Eva/Daisy.